Kespura - Jaleswar, Balasore
Kespura is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Jaleswar and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Paiksida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kespura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kespura is 391533. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 756088 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kespura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kespura
According to the 2011 Census, Kespura village had a total population of 1,618 people, including 756 males and 862 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.07%, with male literacy at 80.09% and female literacy at 57.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 780, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 1,618 | 756 | 862 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 108 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 780 | 353 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 23 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 923 | 519 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 237 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Kespura
Kespura 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 Kespura
Kespura 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 5-10 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 Kespura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kespura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kespura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kespura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kespura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kespura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kespura
Where is Kespura located?
Kespura village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kespura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kespura is Paiksida.
What is the pincode of Kespura?
The pincode of Kespura is 756088.
What is the population of Kespura?
Kespura had a total population of 1,618, including 756 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Kespura?
Kespura had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kespura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kespura was 68.07%. Male literacy was 80.09% and female literacy was 57.06%.