Andilo - Balianta, Khordha
Andilo is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Balianta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Andilo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andilo is 407531. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Andilo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jayadev Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andilo
As per Census 2011, Andilo village has a total population of 2,764 people, consisting of 1,432 males and 1,332 females. The village has 600 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,041 literate and 723 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,019 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andilo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,764 | 1,432 | 1,332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 159 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,019 | 527 | 492 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 30 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 2,041 | 1,172 | 869 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 260 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Andilo
Andilo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Atala | North-East | 1.12 km |
| Balianta | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Bhubanpur | South-West | 2.09 km |
| Baindol | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Kotakana | North-East | 2.37 km |
| Tiranpada | East | 2.48 km |
| Kanchilo | East | 2.75 km |
| Benupur | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Saleswar | North | 2.89 km |
| Dhamilo | East | 3.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andilo
Andilo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bani Bihar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 7.4 km.
| 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 Bhubaneswar to Andilo is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Andilo is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andilo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andilo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Andilo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andilo 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 Andilo
Where is Andilo located?
Andilo village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andilo?
The Gram Panchayat of Andilo is Balianta.
What is the pincode of Andilo?
The pincode of Andilo is 752101.
What is the population of Andilo?
Andilo has a total population of 2,764, including 1,432 males and 1,332 females.
How many households are there in Andilo?
There are 600 households in Andilo.
What is the literacy rate in Andilo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andilo is 73.84%. Male literacy is 81.84% and female literacy is 65.24%.