Ichhapali - Sohela, Bargarh
Ichhapali is a village situated in the Sohela tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sohela and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Sohella serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ichhapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhapali is 380261. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 768033 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Ichhapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ichhapali
As per Census 2011, Ichhapali village has a total population of 1,154 people, consisting of 558 males and 596 females. The village has 266 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 689 literate and 465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ichhapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,154 | 558 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 76 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 158 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 35 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 363 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 465 | 195 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Ichhapali
Ichhapali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lambrupali | West | 1.20 km |
| Dhusarbahal | East | 1.54 km |
| Sardhapali | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Banjari | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Katharpali | West | 3.05 km |
| Kendbahal | South | 3.23 km |
| Jampali | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Piplipali | North-East | 3.58 km |
| Haldipali | North-East | 3.73 km |
| Chichinda | East | 3.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ichhapali
Ichhapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Ichhapali is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ichhapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ichhapali 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 Ichhapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ichhapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ichhapali
Where is Ichhapali located?
Ichhapali village is located in Sohela Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ichhapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Ichhapali is Sohella.
What is the pincode of Ichhapali?
The pincode of Ichhapali is 768033.
What is the population of Ichhapali?
Ichhapali has a total population of 1,154, including 558 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Ichhapali?
There are 266 households in Ichhapali.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhapali is 59.71%. Male literacy is 65.05% and female literacy is 54.70%.