Kiritpur

Kiritpur is a village located in Dhama tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dhama (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Batemura is the gram panchayat of Kiritpur village.

Here you can discover what makes Kiritpur unique in its vibrant Dhama-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Kiritpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Kiritpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kiritpur is 382207. The village spans a total geographical area of 207 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768005. Sambalpur is nearest town to Kiritpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kiritpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rengali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Kiritpur

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Population of Kiritpur

According to the 2011 Census, Kiritpur has a total population of about 566, with approximately 297 males and 269 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 63 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 257 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 209. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.90%, with male literacy at about 71.04% and female literacy near 53.90%. There are around 138 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kiritpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 566 297 269
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 63 30 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 257 125 132
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 209 114 95
Literate Population 356 211 145
Illiterate Population 210 86 124

Connectivity of Kiritpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kiritpur. As per the 2011 stats, Kiritpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kiritpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Kiritpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kiritpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kiritpur

Where is Kiritpur located?
Kiritpur village is situated in Dhama Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kiritpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiritpur is Batemura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kiritpur?
The pincode of Kiritpur is 768005, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kiritpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kiritpur is 566, with 297 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Kiritpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kiritpur village has a total of 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiritpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kiritpur is 62.90%. The male literacy rate is 71.04%, while the female literacy rate is 53.90%.