Kirtanpur - Bhuban, Dhenkanal
Kirtanpur is a village situated in the Bhuban tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhuban and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Bhusal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirtanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirtanpur is 402620. The village covers a total geographical area of 281 hectares and falls under the 759017 pincode. Bhuban is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kirtanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamakhyanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kirtanpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kirtanpur village had a total population of 1,240 people, including 644 males and 596 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.42%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 54.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 693.
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 | 1,240 | 644 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 84 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 693 | 353 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 718 | 432 | 286 |
| Illiterate Population | 522 | 212 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Kirtanpur
Kirtanpur 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 Kirtanpur
Kirtanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kirtanpur.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhuban to Kirtanpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Kirtanpur is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirtanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirtanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kirtanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirtanpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kirtanpur
Where is Kirtanpur located?
Kirtanpur village is located in Bhuban Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirtanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirtanpur is Bhusal.
What is the pincode of Kirtanpur?
The pincode of Kirtanpur is 759017.
What is the population of Kirtanpur?
Kirtanpur had a total population of 1,240, including 644 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Kirtanpur?
Kirtanpur had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kirtanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirtanpur was 66.42%. Male literacy was 77.14% and female literacy was 54.89%.