Posal - Tirtol, Jagatsinghapur
Posal is a village situated in the Tirtol tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirtol and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Dainlo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Posal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Posal is 397492. The village covers a total geographical area of 243 hectares and falls under the 754137 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Posal 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 Posal
As per Census 2011, Posal village has a total population of 1,461 people, consisting of 753 males and 708 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,185 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Posal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,461 | 753 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 72 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 260 | 131 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 1,185 | 639 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 114 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Posal
Posal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bajedhanua | North-East | 0.82 km |
| Paruna | West | 1.16 km |
| Badajingal | North-West | 1.36 km |
| Olagada | East | 1.47 km |
| Tirtol | South | 1.96 km |
| Raghunathpur | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Nausira | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Bijipur | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Adhapati | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Kesapur | North-West | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Posal
Posal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nimkana, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Posal is about 30 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 Posal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Posal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Posal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Posal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Posal
Where is Posal located?
Posal village is located in Tirtol Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Posal?
The Gram Panchayat of Posal is Dainlo.
What is the pincode of Posal?
The pincode of Posal is 754137.
What is the population of Posal?
Posal has a total population of 1,461, including 753 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Posal?
There are 286 households in Posal.
What is the literacy rate in Posal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Posal is 81.11%. Male literacy is 84.86% and female literacy is 77.12%.