Despur
Despur is a village located in Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Derabish (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Kendrapara . As per 2009 stats, Balia is the gram panchayat of Despur village.
Here you can discover what makes Despur unique in its vibrant Derabish-Kendrapara region. You’ll see Despur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Despur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Despur is 396649. The village spans a total geographical area of 100 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754289. Kendrapara is nearest town to Despur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Despur
Population of Despur
According to the 2011 Census, Despur has a total population of about 603, with approximately 293 males and 310 females. The sex ratio is around 1058 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 61 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 219 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.78%, with male literacy at about 83.96% and female literacy near 71.94%. There are around 135 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Despur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 293 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 105 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 469 | 246 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 47 | 87 |
Connectivity of Despur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Despur. As per the 2011 stats, Despur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Despur
Knowing the nearby villages of Despur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Despur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Despur
- Where is Despur located?
- Despur village is situated in Derabish Tehsil, within the Kendrapara district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Despur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Despur is Balia (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Despur?
- The pincode of Despur is 754289, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Despur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Despur is 603, with 293 males and 310 females.
- How many households are there in Despur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Despur village has a total of 135 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Despur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Despur is 77.78%. The male literacy rate is 83.96%, while the female literacy rate is 71.94%.