Khersahi - Bhograi, Balasore
Khersahi is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhograi and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Analia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khersahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khersahi is 391620. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khersahi 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 Khersahi
According to the 2011 Census, Khersahi village had a total population of 1,135 people, including 592 males and 543 females, living in 297 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.79%, with male literacy at 95.05% and female literacy at 75.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 1,135 | 592 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 499 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 93 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Khersahi
Khersahi 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 Khersahi
Khersahi 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 5-10 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 Khersahi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khersahi 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 Khersahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khersahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khersahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khersahi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khersahi
Where is Khersahi located?
Khersahi village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khersahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khersahi is Analia.
What is the pincode of Khersahi?
The pincode of Khersahi is 756036.
What is the population of Khersahi?
Khersahi had a total population of 1,135, including 592 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Khersahi?
Khersahi had 297 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khersahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khersahi was 85.79%. Male literacy was 95.05% and female literacy was 75.68%.