Sharadhapur - Bhograi, Balasore
Sharadhapur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Bhograi and around 96 km from Baleshwar. Saradhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sharadhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sharadhapur is 391799. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 756037 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Sharadhapur 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 Sharadhapur
As per Census 2011, Sharadhapur village has a total population of 691 people, consisting of 346 males and 345 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 555 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sharadhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 346 | 345 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 555 | 300 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 46 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Sharadhapur
Sharadhapur 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 Sharadhapur
Sharadhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sharadhapur has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Sharadhapur is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sharadhapur is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sharadhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sharadhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sharadhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sharadhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sharadhapur
Where is Sharadhapur located?
Sharadhapur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sharadhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sharadhapur is Saradhapur.
What is the pincode of Sharadhapur?
The pincode of Sharadhapur is 756037.
What is the population of Sharadhapur?
Sharadhapur has a total population of 691, including 346 males and 345 females.
How many households are there in Sharadhapur?
There are 170 households in Sharadhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sharadhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sharadhapur is 80.32%. Male literacy is 86.71% and female literacy is 73.91%.