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
As per Census 2011, Kespura village has a total population of 1,618 people, consisting of 756 males and 862 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 1,140 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 923 literate and 695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 780 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kespura are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,618, including 756 males and 862 females.
How many households are there in Kespura?
There are 296 households in Kespura.
What is the literacy rate in Kespura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kespura is 57.05%. Male literacy is 68.65% and female literacy is 46.87%.