Dwaripatra - Bhograi, Balasore
Dwaripatra is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Bhograi and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Gopinathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dwaripatra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dwaripatra is 391734. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Dwaripatra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dwaripatra
According to the 2011 Census, Dwaripatra village had a total population of 563 people, including 293 males and 270 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.93%, with male literacy at 90.66% and female literacy at 74.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 124.
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 | 563 | 293 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 408 | 233 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 60 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Dwaripatra
Dwaripatra 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 Dwaripatra
Dwaripatra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Dwaripatra is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Dwaripatra is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dwaripatra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dwaripatra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dwaripatra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dwaripatra 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dwaripatra
Where is Dwaripatra located?
Dwaripatra village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dwaripatra?
The Gram Panchayat of Dwaripatra is Gopinathpur.
What is the pincode of Dwaripatra?
The pincode of Dwaripatra is 756036.
What is the population of Dwaripatra?
Dwaripatra had a total population of 563, including 293 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Dwaripatra?
Dwaripatra had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dwaripatra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwaripatra was 82.93%. Male literacy was 90.66% and female literacy was 74.47%.