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
As per Census 2011, Kishorachandrapur village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 183 males and 146 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 797 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kishorachandrapur are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 329, including 183 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Kishorachandrapur?
There are 77 households in Kishorachandrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Kishorachandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kishorachandrapur is 49.24%. Male literacy is 60.66% and female literacy is 34.93%.