Krushnaprasad - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Krushnaprasad is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Krushna Prasad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Krushnaprasad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Krushnaprasad is 410176. The village covers a total geographical area of 680 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Krushnaprasad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Krushnaprasad
According to the 2011 Census, Krushnaprasad village had a total population of 1,105 people, including 577 males and 528 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.94%, with male literacy at 86.07% and female literacy at 71.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 98, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,105 | 577 | 528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 53 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 58 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 451 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 126 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Krushnaprasad
Krushnaprasad 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 Krushnaprasad
Krushnaprasad 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 | 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 Balugaon to Krushnaprasad is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Krushnaprasad is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Krushnaprasad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Krushnaprasad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Krushnaprasad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Krushnaprasad 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Krushnaprasad
Where is Krushnaprasad located?
Krushnaprasad village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Krushnaprasad?
The Gram Panchayat of Krushnaprasad is Krushna Prasad.
What is the pincode of Krushnaprasad?
The pincode of Krushnaprasad is 752032.
What is the population of Krushnaprasad?
Krushnaprasad had a total population of 1,105, including 577 males and 528 females.
How many households are there in Krushnaprasad?
Krushnaprasad had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Krushnaprasad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Krushnaprasad was 78.94%. Male literacy was 86.07% and female literacy was 71.13%.