Krushnapur - Bhograi, Balasore
Krushnapur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Kamarda and around 73 km from Baleshwar. Gabgan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krushnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krushnapur is 391924. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 756035 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Krushnapur 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 Krushnapur
As per Census 2011, Krushnapur village has a total population of 159 people, consisting of 75 males and 84 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,120 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krushnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Krushnapur
Krushnapur 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 Krushnapur
Public transport in the Krushnapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Krushnapur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Krushnapur 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 Krushnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krushnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Krushnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krushnapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Krushnapur
Where is Krushnapur located?
Krushnapur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krushnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krushnapur is Gabgan.
What is the pincode of Krushnapur?
The pincode of Krushnapur is 756035.
What is the population of Krushnapur?
Krushnapur has a total population of 159, including 75 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Krushnapur?
There are 36 households in Krushnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Krushnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krushnapur is 67.92%. Male literacy is 70.67% and female literacy is 65.48%.