Kherualpur - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Kherualpur is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Naikanidihi and around 55 km from Bhadrak. Karanjadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherualpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherualpur is 394989. The village covers a total geographical area of 287 hectares and falls under the 756164 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kherualpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kherualpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kherualpur village had a total population of 850 people, including 424 males and 426 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.09%, with male literacy at 90.64% and female literacy at 79.40%.
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 | 850 | 424 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 50 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 339 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 85 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Kherualpur
Kherualpur 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 Kherualpur
Public transport in the Kherualpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Basudebpur to Kherualpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Kherualpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherualpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherualpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kherualpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherualpur 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 Kherualpur
Where is Kherualpur located?
Kherualpur village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kherualpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherualpur is Karanjadia.
What is the pincode of Kherualpur?
The pincode of Kherualpur is 756164.
What is the population of Kherualpur?
Kherualpur had a total population of 850, including 424 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Kherualpur?
Kherualpur had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kherualpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherualpur was 85.09%. Male literacy was 90.64% and female literacy was 79.40%.