Anjira - Balianta, Khordha
Anjira is a village situated in the Balianta tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balianta and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Puranapradhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anjira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anjira is 407589. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 752101 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Anjira 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 Anjira
As per Census 2011, Anjira village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 87 males and 76 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anjira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 87 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 76 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 11 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Anjira
Anjira 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 Anjira
Anjira is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Anjira.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhubaneswar to Anjira is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Anjira is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anjira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anjira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Anjira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anjira 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Anjira
Where is Anjira located?
Anjira village is located in Balianta Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anjira?
The Gram Panchayat of Anjira is Puranapradhan.
What is the pincode of Anjira?
The pincode of Anjira is 752101.
What is the population of Anjira?
Anjira has a total population of 163, including 87 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Anjira?
There are 35 households in Anjira.
What is the literacy rate in Anjira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anjira is 71.17%. Male literacy is 87.36% and female literacy is 52.63%.