Kharsuan - Bhograi, Balasore
Kharsuan is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Bhograi and around 78 km from Baleshwar. Sultanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharsuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharsuan is 391662. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kharsuan 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 Kharsuan
According to the 2011 Census, Kharsuan village had a total population of 145 people, including 70 males and 75 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 99.17%, with male literacy at 98.21% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 145 | 70 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 55 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 15 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kharsuan
Kharsuan 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 Kharsuan
Kharsuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kharsuan is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kharsuan is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharsuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharsuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharsuan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharsuan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kharsuan
Where is Kharsuan located?
Kharsuan village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharsuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharsuan is Sultanpur.
What is the pincode of Kharsuan?
The pincode of Kharsuan is 756036.
What is the population of Kharsuan?
Kharsuan had a total population of 145, including 70 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Kharsuan?
Kharsuan had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharsuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharsuan was 99.17%. Male literacy was 98.21% and female literacy was 100.00%.