Krushnapur - Khaira, Balasore
Krushnapur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Khaira and around 45 km from Baleshwar. Gagandhuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krushnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krushnapur is 393564. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Krushnapur 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 Krushnapur
According to the 2011 Census, Krushnapur village had a total population of 146 people, including 78 males and 68 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 872 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.00%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 56.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 48 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 30 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Krushnapur
Krushnapur 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 Krushnapur
Krushnapur 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 Krushnapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Soro to Krushnapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Krushnapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krushnapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krushnapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Krushnapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krushnapur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Krushnapur
Where is Krushnapur located?
Krushnapur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Krushnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krushnapur is Gagandhuli.
What is the pincode of Krushnapur?
The pincode of Krushnapur is 756047.
What is the population of Krushnapur?
Krushnapur had a total population of 146, including 78 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Krushnapur?
Krushnapur had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krushnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krushnapur was 64.00%. Male literacy was 70.59% and female literacy was 56.14%.