Kishorinagar - Khaira, Balasore
Kishorinagar is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Similia and around 79 km from Baleshwar. Dungura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishorinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishorinagar is 394100. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kishorinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kishorinagar
As per Census 2011, Kishorinagar village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 159 males and 142 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kishorinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 159 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 117 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 42 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Kishorinagar
Kishorinagar 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 Kishorinagar
Kishorinagar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Kishorinagar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kishorinagar is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kishorinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishorinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kishorinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishorinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kishorinagar
Where is Kishorinagar located?
Kishorinagar village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kishorinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishorinagar is Dungura.
What is the pincode of Kishorinagar?
The pincode of Kishorinagar is 756134.
What is the population of Kishorinagar?
Kishorinagar has a total population of 301, including 159 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Kishorinagar?
There are 63 households in Kishorinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Kishorinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishorinagar is 72.09%. Male literacy is 73.58% and female literacy is 70.42%.