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
According to the 2011 Census, Iswarpur village had a total population of 455 people, including 230 males and 225 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.78%, with male literacy at 95.15% and female literacy at 82.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 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 had a total population of 455, including 230 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Iswarpur?
Iswarpur had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Iswarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iswarpur was 88.78%. Male literacy was 95.15% and female literacy was 82.63%.