Ichhapur - Dharamgarh, Kalahandi
Ichhapur is a village situated in the Dharamgarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharamgarh and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bagad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ichhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhapur is 423968. The village covers a total geographical area of 406 hectares and falls under the 766015 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 7 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 Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ichhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ichhapur village had a total population of 1,361 people, including 685 males and 676 females, living in 337 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.75%, with male literacy at 60.42% and female literacy at 29.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 42, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 1,361 | 685 | 676 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 109 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 348 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 841 | 337 | 504 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Junagarh to Ichhapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Ichhapur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ichhapur
Where is Ichhapur located?
Ichhapur village is located in Dharamgarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ichhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ichhapur is Bagad.
What is the pincode of Ichhapur?
The pincode of Ichhapur is 766015.
What is the population of Ichhapur?
Ichhapur had a total population of 1,361, including 685 males and 676 females.
How many households are there in Ichhapur?
Ichhapur had 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhapur was 44.75%. Male literacy was 60.42% and female literacy was 29.35%.