Ichhapur - Bahanaga, Balasore
Ichhapur is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Soro and around 26 km from Baleshwar. Bahanaga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ichhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhapur is 393839. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 756042 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Ichhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ichhapur
As per Census 2011, Ichhapur village has a total population of 891 people, consisting of 469 males and 422 females. The village has 186 households and a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 636 literate and 255 illiterate residents. Additionally, 462 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ichhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 891 | 469 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 59 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 462 | 252 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 362 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 255 | 107 | 148 |
Nearby Villages of Ichhapur
Ichhapur 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 Ichhapur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ichhapur. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ichhapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Ichhapur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Ichhapur is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ichhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ichhapur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ichhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ichhapur 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 Ichhapur
Where is Ichhapur located?
Ichhapur village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ichhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ichhapur is Bahanaga.
What is the pincode of Ichhapur?
The pincode of Ichhapur is 756042.
What is the population of Ichhapur?
Ichhapur has a total population of 891, including 469 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Ichhapur?
There are 186 households in Ichhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhapur is 71.38%. Male literacy is 77.19% and female literacy is 64.93%.