Khosalpur - Kujang, Jagatsinghapur
Khosalpur is a village situated in the Kujang tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kujang and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Hansura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khosalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khosalpur is 397175. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 754140 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khosalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paradeep Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khosalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khosalpur village had a total population of 602 people, including 292 males and 310 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.35%, with male literacy at 94.25% and female literacy at 86.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 602 | 292 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 31 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 496 | 246 | 250 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 46 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Khosalpur
Khosalpur 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 Khosalpur
Khosalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khosalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Khosalpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khosalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khosalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khosalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khosalpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khosalpur
Where is Khosalpur located?
Khosalpur village is located in Kujang Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khosalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khosalpur is Hansura.
What is the pincode of Khosalpur?
The pincode of Khosalpur is 754140.
What is the population of Khosalpur?
Khosalpur had a total population of 602, including 292 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Khosalpur?
Khosalpur had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khosalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khosalpur was 90.35%. Male literacy was 94.25% and female literacy was 86.81%.