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
According to the 2011 Census, Srikanthapur village had a total population of 460 people, including 238 males and 222 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.07%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 48.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 123, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 316.
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 | 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 had a total population of 460, including 238 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Srikanthapur?
Srikanthapur had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srikanthapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikanthapur was 61.07%. Male literacy was 72.50% and female literacy was 48.00%.