Erida - Banspal, Keonjhar
Erida is a village situated in the Banspal tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Kanjipani and around 60 km from Kendujhar. Tana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Erida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Erida is 386299. The village covers a total geographical area of 835 hectares and falls under the 758085 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Erida village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Telkoi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Erida
According to the 2011 Census, Erida village had a total population of 390 people, including 189 males and 201 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.57%, with male literacy at 42.66% and female literacy at 13.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 381.
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 | 390 | 189 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 184 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 61 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 307 | 128 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Erida
Erida 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 Erida
Public transport in the Erida is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kendujhar to Erida is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Erida is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Erida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Erida 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 Erida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Erida village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Erida
Where is Erida located?
Erida village is located in Banspal Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Erida?
The Gram Panchayat of Erida is Tana.
What is the pincode of Erida?
The pincode of Erida is 758085.
What is the population of Erida?
Erida had a total population of 390, including 189 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Erida?
Erida had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Erida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Erida was 27.57%. Male literacy was 42.66% and female literacy was 13.92%.