Polarajpur - Patrapur, Ganjam
Polarajpur is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Jarada and around 60 km from Chatrapur. Tandipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Polarajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Polarajpur is 413154. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 761037 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Polarajpur 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 Polarajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Polarajpur village had a total population of 522 people, including 247 males and 275 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.39%, with male literacy at 63.56% and female literacy at 40.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
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 | 522 | 247 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 22 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 51 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 143 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 104 | 178 |
Nearby Villages of Polarajpur
Polarajpur 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 Polarajpur
Polarajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Polarajpur is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Polarajpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Polarajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Polarajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Polarajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Polarajpur 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 Polarajpur
Where is Polarajpur located?
Polarajpur village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Polarajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Polarajpur is Tandipur.
What is the pincode of Polarajpur?
The pincode of Polarajpur is 761037.
What is the population of Polarajpur?
Polarajpur had a total population of 522, including 247 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Polarajpur?
Polarajpur had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Polarajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Polarajpur was 51.39%. Male literacy was 63.56% and female literacy was 40.08%.