Kishorapur - Bhograi, Balasore
Kishorapur 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. Saharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishorapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishorapur is 391615. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kishorapur 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 Kishorapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kishorapur village had a total population of 232 people, including 122 males and 110 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.90%, with male literacy at 95.41% and female literacy at 83.84%.
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 | 232 | 122 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 104 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kishorapur
Kishorapur 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 Kishorapur
Public transport in the Kishorapur 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Kishorapur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kishorapur 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 Kishorapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishorapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kishorapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishorapur 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 Kishorapur
Where is Kishorapur located?
Kishorapur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kishorapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishorapur is Saharia.
What is the pincode of Kishorapur?
The pincode of Kishorapur is 756036.
What is the population of Kishorapur?
Kishorapur had a total population of 232, including 122 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Kishorapur?
Kishorapur had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kishorapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishorapur was 89.90%. Male literacy was 95.41% and female literacy was 83.84%.