Era - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Era is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Arilo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Era village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Era is 398249. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 754106 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Era village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Era
According to the 2011 Census, Era village had a total population of 456 people, including 222 males and 234 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,054 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.51%, with male literacy at 74.27% and female literacy at 62.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 296.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 222 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 16 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 296 | 143 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 153 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 69 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Era
Era is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raibari | West | 1.15 km |
| Sadeipur | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Dadapur | North | 1.34 km |
| Sanadedhilo | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Benupur | East | 1.76 km |
| Baripada | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Parsurampur | East | 1.94 km |
| Rayarpur | South-East | 2.05 km |
| Kaduapada | North | 2.10 km |
| Pothapada | North-West | 2.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Era
Era is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gorakhnath, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Era is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Era
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Era village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Era
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Era village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Era
Where is Era located?
Era village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Era?
The Gram Panchayat of Era is Arilo.
What is the pincode of Era?
The pincode of Era is 754106.
What is the population of Era?
Era had a total population of 456, including 222 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Era?
Era had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Era?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Era was 68.51%. Male literacy was 74.27% and female literacy was 62.86%.