Khageswarpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Khageswarpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bhograi and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Kakhada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khageswarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khageswarpur is 391696. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Khageswarpur 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 Khageswarpur
As per Census 2011, Khageswarpur village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 280 males and 274 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 447 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 142 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khageswarpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 280 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 70 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 447 | 237 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 43 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Khageswarpur
Khageswarpur 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 Khageswarpur
Khageswarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Khageswarpur is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khageswarpur is about 75 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 Khageswarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khageswarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khageswarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khageswarpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khageswarpur
Where is Khageswarpur located?
Khageswarpur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khageswarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khageswarpur is Kakhada.
What is the pincode of Khageswarpur?
The pincode of Khageswarpur is 756039.
What is the population of Khageswarpur?
Khageswarpur has a total population of 554, including 280 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Khageswarpur?
There are 124 households in Khageswarpur.
What is the literacy rate in Khageswarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khageswarpur is 80.69%. Male literacy is 84.64% and female literacy is 76.64%.