Kesapur - Kishannagar, Cuttack
Kesapur is a village situated in the Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kishannagar and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Praharajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesapur is 399963. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 754100 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kesapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Cuttack sadar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kesapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kesapur village had a total population of 212 people, including 110 males and 102 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.63%, with male literacy at 77.66% and female literacy at 75.56%.
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 | 212 | 110 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 73 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 37 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kesapur
Kesapur 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 Kesapur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kesapur. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kesapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Cuttack to Kesapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Kesapur is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kesapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesapur 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 Kesapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kesapur
Where is Kesapur located?
Kesapur village is located in Kishannagar Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesapur is Praharajpur.
What is the pincode of Kesapur?
The pincode of Kesapur is 754100.
What is the population of Kesapur?
Kesapur had a total population of 212, including 110 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Kesapur?
Kesapur had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kesapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesapur was 76.63%. Male literacy was 77.66% and female literacy was 75.56%.