Ichhapur - Bheden, Bargarh
Ichhapur is a village situated in the Bheden tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bheden and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Manpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ichhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhapur is 380538. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 768104 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Ichhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ichhapur
As per Census 2011, Ichhapur village has a total population of 473 people, consisting of 236 males and 237 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 327 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ichhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 473 | 236 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 100 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 51 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 185 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 51 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Ichhapur
Ichhapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Baipur | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Mahule | South | 1.71 km |
| Dhatukpali | West | 1.81 km |
| Deshbhatli | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Manpur | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Galima | East | 2.65 km |
| Bhuthapali | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Ghichapali | West | 3.03 km |
| Garbhana | South | 3.13 km |
| Despatharla | North | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ichhapur
Public transport in the Ichhapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Attabira, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Ichhapur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ichhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ichhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ichhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ichhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ichhapur
Where is Ichhapur located?
Ichhapur village is located in Bheden Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ichhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ichhapur is Manpur.
What is the pincode of Ichhapur?
The pincode of Ichhapur is 768104.
What is the population of Ichhapur?
Ichhapur has a total population of 473, including 236 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Ichhapur?
There are 121 households in Ichhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhapur is 69.13%. Male literacy is 78.39% and female literacy is 59.92%.