Poio - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Poio is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Tulanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Poio village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Poio is 397768. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 754138 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Poio village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Poio
According to the 2011 Census, Poio village had a total population of 279 people, including 141 males and 138 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.33%, with male literacy at 92.91% and female literacy at 83.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
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 | 279 | 141 | 138 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 39 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 118 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 23 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Poio
Poio 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 Poio
Poio is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Poio.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Poio is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Poio
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Poio village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Poio
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Poio village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Poio
Where is Poio located?
Poio village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poio?
The Gram Panchayat of Poio is Tulanga.
What is the pincode of Poio?
The pincode of Poio is 754138.
What is the population of Poio?
Poio had a total population of 279, including 141 males and 138 females.
How many households are there in Poio?
Poio had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poio?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Poio was 88.33%. Male literacy was 92.91% and female literacy was 83.85%.