Falapur - Dhamnagar, Bhadrak
Falapur is a village situated in the Dhamnagar tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Dhusuri and around 30 km from Bhadrak. Bhattasahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Falapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Falapur is 395280. The village covers a total geographical area of 272 hectares and falls under the 756119 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Falapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Falapur
According to the 2011 Census, Falapur village had a total population of 2,688 people, including 1,375 males and 1,313 females, living in 527 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.03%, with male literacy at 89.49% and female literacy at 76.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 635, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,688 | 1,375 | 1,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 157 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 635 | 316 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,962 | 1,090 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 285 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Falapur
Falapur 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 Falapur
Public transport in the Falapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhadrak to Falapur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Falapur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Falapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Falapur 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 Falapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Falapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Falapur
Where is Falapur located?
Falapur village is located in Dhamnagar Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Falapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Falapur is Bhattasahi.
What is the pincode of Falapur?
The pincode of Falapur is 756119.
What is the population of Falapur?
Falapur had a total population of 2,688, including 1,375 males and 1,313 females.
How many households are there in Falapur?
Falapur had 527 households.
What is the literacy rate in Falapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Falapur was 83.03%. Male literacy was 89.49% and female literacy was 76.16%.