Krushnapur - Basudevpur, Bhadrak
Krushnapur is a village situated in the Basudevpur tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Naikanidihi and around 50 km from Bhadrak. Sanakrushannpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krushnapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krushnapur is 394991. The village covers a total geographical area of 1676 hectares and falls under the 756164 pincode. Basudebpur is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Krushnapur
As per Census 2011, Krushnapur village has a total population of 6,755 people, consisting of 3,491 males and 3,264 females. The village has 1,203 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 889 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,860 literate and 1,895 illiterate residents. Additionally, 923 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Krushnapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,755 | 3,491 | 3,264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 889 | 453 | 436 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 923 | 482 | 441 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 4,860 | 2,789 | 2,071 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,895 | 702 | 1,193 |
Nearby Villages of Krushnapur
Krushnapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kismatkrushnapur | North | 2.25 km |
| Balapurkhasmahal | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Sriramgaria | South | 3.48 km |
| Bhanjasahi | South-West | 3.65 km |
| Biras | South | 4.08 km |
| Sendhagarha | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Balapur | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Gadala Khas | South | 4.53 km |
| Tambakhandi | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Kerasahi | South | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Krushnapur
Public transport in the Krushnapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Markona, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basudebpur to Krushnapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Krushnapur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Krushnapur
Where is Krushnapur located?
Krushnapur village is located in Basudevpur Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krushnapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Krushnapur is Sanakrushannpur.
What is the pincode of Krushnapur?
The pincode of Krushnapur is 756164.
What is the population of Krushnapur?
Krushnapur has a total population of 6,755, including 3,491 males and 3,264 females.
How many households are there in Krushnapur?
There are 1,203 households in Krushnapur.
What is the literacy rate in Krushnapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krushnapur is 71.95%. Male literacy is 79.89% and female literacy is 63.45%.