Iswarpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Iswarpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Bhograi and around 73 km from Baleshwar. Bhograi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Iswarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iswarpur is 391656. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 756038 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Iswarpur 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 Iswarpur
As per Census 2011, Iswarpur village has a total population of 455 people, consisting of 230 males and 225 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 83 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Iswarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 455 | 230 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 24 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 196 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 34 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Iswarpur
Iswarpur 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 Iswarpur
Public transport in the Iswarpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Iswarpur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Iswarpur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Iswarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iswarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Iswarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iswarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Iswarpur
Where is Iswarpur located?
Iswarpur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iswarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Iswarpur is Bhograi.
What is the pincode of Iswarpur?
The pincode of Iswarpur is 756038.
What is the population of Iswarpur?
Iswarpur has a total population of 455, including 230 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Iswarpur?
There are 115 households in Iswarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Iswarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iswarpur is 81.76%. Male literacy is 85.22% and female literacy is 78.22%.