Khosalpur - Simulia, Balasore
Khosalpur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Similia and around 72 km from Baleshwar. Ada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khosalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khosalpur is 394121. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khosalpur 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 Khosalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khosalpur village had a total population of 299 people, including 147 males and 152 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.08%, with male literacy at 89.47% and female literacy at 76.69%.
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 | 299 | 147 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 119 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 28 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Khosalpur
Khosalpur 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 Khosalpur
Khosalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Khosalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Khosalpur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Khosalpur is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khosalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khosalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khosalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khosalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khosalpur
Where is Khosalpur located?
Khosalpur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khosalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khosalpur is Ada.
What is the pincode of Khosalpur?
The pincode of Khosalpur is 756134.
What is the population of Khosalpur?
Khosalpur had a total population of 299, including 147 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Khosalpur?
Khosalpur had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khosalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khosalpur was 83.08%. Male literacy was 89.47% and female literacy was 76.69%.