Ichhapur - Polasara, Ganjam
Ichhapur is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 81 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Pandiripada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ichhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhapur is 411516. The village covers a total geographical area of 192 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Ichhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ichhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ichhapur village had a total population of 804 people, including 421 males and 383 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.24%, with male literacy at 63.51% and female literacy at 42.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 215, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 804 | 421 | 383 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 73 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 115 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 221 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 200 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Ichhapur
Ichhapur 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 Ichhapur
Ichhapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Ichhapur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Ichhapur is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ichhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ichhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ichhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ichhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ichhapur
Where is Ichhapur located?
Ichhapur village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ichhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ichhapur is Pandiripada.
What is the pincode of Ichhapur?
The pincode of Ichhapur is 761105.
What is the population of Ichhapur?
Ichhapur had a total population of 804, including 421 males and 383 females.
How many households are there in Ichhapur?
Ichhapur had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhapur was 53.24%. Male literacy was 63.51% and female literacy was 42.42%.