Posta - Marsaghai, Kendrapara
Posta is a village situated in the Marsaghai tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Kendrapara Sadar and around 56 km from Kendrapara . Kuhudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Posta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Posta is 396540. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 754212 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Posta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahakalapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Posta
According to the 2011 Census, Posta village had a total population of 539 people, including 277 males and 262 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.45%, with male literacy at 94.69% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 539 | 277 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 232 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 45 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Posta
Posta 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 Posta
Posta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Posta is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Posta is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Posta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Posta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Posta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Posta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Posta
Where is Posta located?
Posta village is located in Marsaghai Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Posta?
The Gram Panchayat of Posta is Kuhudi.
What is the pincode of Posta?
The pincode of Posta is 754212.
What is the population of Posta?
Posta had a total population of 539, including 277 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Posta?
Posta had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Posta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Posta was 88.45%. Male literacy was 94.69% and female literacy was 81.82%.