Srikanthapur - Jaleswar, Balasore
Srikanthapur is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Raibania and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Srirampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srikanthapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikanthapur is 391416. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 756087 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Srikanthapur 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 Srikanthapur
As per Census 2011, Srikanthapur village has a total population of 460 people, consisting of 238 males and 222 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 231 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 316 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Srikanthapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 460 | 238 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 38 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 316 | 166 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 145 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 93 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Srikanthapur
Srikanthapur 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 Srikanthapur
Srikanthapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Srikanthapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Srikanthapur is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Srikanthapur 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 Srikanthapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srikanthapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Srikanthapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srikanthapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Srikanthapur
Where is Srikanthapur located?
Srikanthapur village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srikanthapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Srikanthapur is Srirampur.
What is the pincode of Srikanthapur?
The pincode of Srikanthapur is 756087.
What is the population of Srikanthapur?
Srikanthapur has a total population of 460, including 238 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Srikanthapur?
There are 106 households in Srikanthapur.
What is the literacy rate in Srikanthapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikanthapur is 49.78%. Male literacy is 60.92% and female literacy is 37.84%.