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
As per Census 2011, Dwaripatra village has a total population of 563 people, consisting of 293 males and 270 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 408 literate and 155 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dwaripatra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 563 | 293 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 36 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| 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 has a total population of 563, including 293 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Dwaripatra?
There are 123 households in Dwaripatra.
What is the literacy rate in Dwaripatra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dwaripatra is 72.47%. Male literacy is 79.52% and female literacy is 64.81%.