Srichandanpur - Kakatpur, Puri
Srichandanpur is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Bangurigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srichandanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srichandanpur is 409174. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 752118 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Srichandanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Srichandanpur
As per Census 2011, Srichandanpur village has a total population of 1,047 people, consisting of 528 males and 519 females. The village has 247 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 851 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Srichandanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,047 | 528 | 519 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 97 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 851 | 448 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 80 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Srichandanpur
Srichandanpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chheliberuhan | North-West | 1.38 km |
| Garanayarchhara | East | 1.48 km |
| Bangurigram | South | 1.55 km |
| Kurujanga | North | 1.63 km |
| Nasikeswar | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Suara | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Kansilo | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Kalamapata | South | 2.40 km |
| Kalam | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Naruasankareswar | North-East | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srichandanpur
Public transport in the Srichandanpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malatipatpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Konark to Srichandanpur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Srichandanpur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srichandanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srichandanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Srichandanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srichandanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Srichandanpur
Where is Srichandanpur located?
Srichandanpur village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srichandanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Srichandanpur is Bangurigaon.
What is the pincode of Srichandanpur?
The pincode of Srichandanpur is 752118.
What is the population of Srichandanpur?
Srichandanpur has a total population of 1,047, including 528 males and 519 females.
How many households are there in Srichandanpur?
There are 247 households in Srichandanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Srichandanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srichandanpur is 81.28%. Male literacy is 84.85% and female literacy is 77.65%.