Kishorachandrapur - Chikiti, Ganjam
Kishorachandrapur is a village situated in the Chikiti tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Golanthara and around 40 km from Chatrapur. Gobindanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kishorachandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kishorachandrapur is 412682. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 761008 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kishorachandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kishorachandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kishorachandrapur village had a total population of 329 people, including 183 males and 146 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 798 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.67%, with male literacy at 68.94% and female literacy at 39.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 220, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 329 | 183 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 116 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 111 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 72 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Kishorachandrapur
Kishorachandrapur 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 Kishorachandrapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kishorachandrapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Kishorachandrapur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kishorachandrapur is about 40 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 Kishorachandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kishorachandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kishorachandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kishorachandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kishorachandrapur
Where is Kishorachandrapur located?
Kishorachandrapur village is located in Chikiti Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kishorachandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kishorachandrapur is Gobindanagar.
What is the pincode of Kishorachandrapur?
The pincode of Kishorachandrapur is 761008.
What is the population of Kishorachandrapur?
Kishorachandrapur had a total population of 329, including 183 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Kishorachandrapur?
Kishorachandrapur had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kishorachandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishorachandrapur was 55.67%. Male literacy was 68.94% and female literacy was 39.23%.