Iswarapur - Gania, Nayagarh
Iswarapur is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Chhamundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Iswarapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iswarapur is 405331. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Iswarapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Iswarapur
According to the 2011 Census, Iswarapur village had a total population of 579 people, including 299 males and 280 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.69%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 74.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 154.
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 | 579 | 299 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 154 | 81 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 225 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 74 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Iswarapur
Iswarapur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bentapada | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Barapalli | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Chhamundia | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Diakana | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Haripura | West | 2.26 km |
| Sukat | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Dabakhol | North | 2.57 km |
| Mahanapada | South | 2.60 km |
| Ranikhol | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Manibhadra | East | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Iswarapur
Iswarapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandapada to Iswarapur is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Iswarapur is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Iswarapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iswarapur 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 Iswarapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iswarapur 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 Iswarapur
Where is Iswarapur located?
Iswarapur village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iswarapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Iswarapur is Chhamundia.
What is the pincode of Iswarapur?
The pincode of Iswarapur is 752085.
What is the population of Iswarapur?
Iswarapur had a total population of 579, including 299 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Iswarapur?
Iswarapur had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Iswarapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iswarapur was 81.69%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 74.79%.