Ichhapur - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Ichhapur is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 89 km from Jharigan and around 89 km from Nabarangapur . Ichhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhapur is 427528. The village covers a total geographical area of 1356 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 27 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 Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ichhapur
As per Census 2011, Ichhapur village has a total population of 5,680 people, consisting of 2,759 males and 2,921 females. The village has 1,330 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,052 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,169 literate and 4,511 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,381 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ichhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,680 | 2,759 | 2,921 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,052 | 516 | 536 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 141 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,381 | 2,107 | 2,274 |
| Literate Population | 1,169 | 841 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,511 | 1,918 | 2,593 |
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 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 Umarkote to Ichhapur is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Ichhapur is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 >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 >10 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 Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ichhapur?
Ichhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ichhapur?
The pincode of Ichhapur is 764076.
What is the population of Ichhapur?
Ichhapur has a total population of 5,680, including 2,759 males and 2,921 females.
How many households are there in Ichhapur?
There are 1,330 households in Ichhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhapur is 20.58%. Male literacy is 30.48% and female literacy is 11.23%.