Ichhapur - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Ichhapur is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Tentulipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ichhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhapur is 428627. The village covers a total geographical area of 106 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 37 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 Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ichhapur
As per Census 2011, Ichhapur village has a total population of 214 people, consisting of 113 males and 101 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 209 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ichhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 214 | 113 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 110 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 27 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 86 | 89 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Ichhapur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Ichhapur is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ichhapur
Where is Ichhapur located?
Ichhapur village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ichhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ichhapur is Tentulipadar.
What is the pincode of Ichhapur?
The pincode of Ichhapur is 764014.
What is the population of Ichhapur?
Ichhapur has a total population of 214, including 113 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Ichhapur?
There are 58 households in Ichhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhapur is 18.22%. Male literacy is 23.89% and female literacy is 11.88%.