Abandia - Patrapur, Ganjam
Abandia is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 93 km from Ramagiri and around 103 km from Chatrapur. Burutala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Abandia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Abandia is 413458. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 761005 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 106 km away.
Abandia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Abandia
As per Census 2011, Abandia village has a total population of 335 people, consisting of 164 males and 171 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Abandia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 335 | 164 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 327 | 162 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 27 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 137 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Abandia
Abandia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Abandia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Abandia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Abandia is about 106 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Abandia is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Abandia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Abandia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Abandia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Abandia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Abandia
Where is Abandia located?
Abandia village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Abandia?
The Gram Panchayat of Abandia is Burutala.
What is the pincode of Abandia?
The pincode of Abandia is 761005.
What is the population of Abandia?
Abandia has a total population of 335, including 164 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Abandia?
There are 73 households in Abandia.
What is the literacy rate in Abandia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Abandia is 10.15%. Male literacy is 16.46% and female literacy is 4.09%.