Krishnanagar - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Krishnanagar is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Krushnanagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krishnanagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krishnanagar is 395770. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Krishnanagar 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 Krishnanagar
According to the 2011 Census, Krishnanagar village had a total population of 973 people, including 486 males and 487 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.23%, with male literacy at 92.74% and female literacy at 73.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 218.
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 | 973 | 486 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 59 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 98 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 700 | 396 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 90 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Krishnanagar
Krishnanagar 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 Krishnanagar
Krishnanagar 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 >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 Krishnanagar is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Krishnanagar is about 80 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 Krishnanagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krishnanagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Krishnanagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krishnanagar 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 Krishnanagar
Where is Krishnanagar located?
Krishnanagar village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Krishnanagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Krishnanagar is Krushnanagar.
What is the pincode of Krishnanagar?
The pincode of Krishnanagar is 754248.
What is the population of Krishnanagar?
Krishnanagar had a total population of 973, including 486 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Krishnanagar?
Krishnanagar had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krishnanagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krishnanagar was 83.23%. Male literacy was 92.74% and female literacy was 73.43%.