Ahirajpur - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Ahirajpur is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from Jamboo Marine and around 82 km from Kendrapara . Keruapal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahirajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahirajpur is 396063. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Ahirajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahirajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Ahirajpur village had a total population of 663 people, including 343 males and 320 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.99%, with male literacy at 92.08% and female literacy at 61.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 663 | 343 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 40 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 279 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 64 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Ahirajpur
Ahirajpur 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 Ahirajpur
Ahirajpur 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Ahirajpur is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Ahirajpur is about 82 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 Ahirajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahirajpur 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 Ahirajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahirajpur 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 Ahirajpur
Where is Ahirajpur located?
Ahirajpur village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ahirajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahirajpur is Keruapal.
What is the pincode of Ahirajpur?
The pincode of Ahirajpur is 754248.
What is the population of Ahirajpur?
Ahirajpur had a total population of 663, including 343 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Ahirajpur?
Ahirajpur had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahirajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahirajpur was 77.99%. Male literacy was 92.08% and female literacy was 61.89%.