Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur - Derabish, Kendrapara
Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur is a village situated in the Derabish tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Derabish and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Kurujanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur is 396612. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 754289 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur village had a total population of 283 people, including 153 males and 130 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.10%, with male literacy at 94.24% and female literacy at 91.80%.
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 | 283 | 153 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 131 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 22 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur
Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur 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 Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur
Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kendrapara to Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur is about 15 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur 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 Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur
Where is Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur located?
Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur village is located in Derabish Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur is Kurujanga.
What is the pincode of Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur?
The pincode of Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur is 754289.
What is the population of Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur?
Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur had a total population of 283, including 153 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur?
Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheshpur Alias Sankarpur was 93.10%. Male literacy was 94.24% and female literacy was 91.80%.