Ichhapur - Rampur, Sonepur
Ichhapur is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Dunguripali and around 80 km from Subarnapur. Ichhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ichhapur is 418895. The village covers a total geographical area of 384 hectares and falls under the 767023 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 49 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 Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ichhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Ichhapur village had a total population of 1,560 people, including 814 males and 746 females, living in 371 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.98%, with male literacy at 82.90% and female literacy at 62.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 395, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 337.
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 | 1,560 | 814 | 746 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 203 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 337 | 186 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 1,032 | 611 | 421 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 203 | 325 |
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, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Balangir to Ichhapur is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Ichhapur is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ichhapur
Where is Ichhapur located?
Ichhapur village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ichhapur?
Ichhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ichhapur?
The pincode of Ichhapur is 767023.
What is the population of Ichhapur?
Ichhapur had a total population of 1,560, including 814 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Ichhapur?
Ichhapur had 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhapur was 72.98%. Male literacy was 82.90% and female literacy was 62.19%.