Ichhapur - Kanas, Puri
Ichhapur is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Satyabadi and around 35 km from Puri. Bokanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ichhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhapur is 409594. The village covers a total geographical area of 318 hectares and falls under the 752014 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 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 Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ichhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ichhapur village had a total population of 1,865 people, including 972 males and 893 females, living in 338 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.76%, with male literacy at 93.12% and female literacy at 77.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62.
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 | 1,865 | 972 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 114 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,421 | 799 | 622 |
| Illiterate Population | 444 | 173 | 271 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Ichhapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Ichhapur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ichhapur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Ichhapur
Where is Ichhapur located?
Ichhapur village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ichhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ichhapur is Bokanda.
What is the pincode of Ichhapur?
The pincode of Ichhapur is 752014.
What is the population of Ichhapur?
Ichhapur had a total population of 1,865, including 972 males and 893 females.
How many households are there in Ichhapur?
Ichhapur had 338 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhapur was 85.76%. Male literacy was 93.12% and female literacy was 77.85%.