Kesaripur - Kodala, Ganjam
Kesaripur is a village situated in the Kodala tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kodala and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Talasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kesaripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kesaripur is 411628. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 761035 pincode. Kodala is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kesaripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kesaripur
As per Census 2011, Kesaripur village has a total population of 144 people, consisting of 76 males and 68 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 85 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kesaripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 144 | 76 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 71 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 54 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 22 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Kesaripur
Kesaripur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaliapada | South-West | 0.56 km |
| Burupada | North | 0.76 km |
| Talagan | East | 0.99 km |
| Khidingi | South | 1.24 km |
| Nakuachhachina | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Sunari | South-West | 1.89 km |
| Hansatoli | East | 2.10 km |
| Kumbharagan | North-East | 2.58 km |
| Panasadiha | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Duarasuni | South | 2.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kesaripur
Public transport in the Kesaripur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kalijai, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kodala to Kesaripur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Kesaripur 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 Kesaripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kesaripur 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 Kesaripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kesaripur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kesaripur
Where is Kesaripur located?
Kesaripur village is located in Kodala Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kesaripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kesaripur is Talasara.
What is the pincode of Kesaripur?
The pincode of Kesaripur is 761035.
What is the population of Kesaripur?
Kesaripur has a total population of 144, including 76 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Kesaripur?
There are 39 households in Kesaripur.
What is the literacy rate in Kesaripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kesaripur is 59.03%. Male literacy is 71.05% and female literacy is 45.59%.