Ichhapur Village - 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
As per Census 2011, Ichhapur village has a total population of 1,560 people, consisting of 814 males and 746 females. The village has 371 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,032 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 395 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 337 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ichhapur are given below:
| Particulars | 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 has a total population of 1,560, including 814 males and 746 females.
How many households are there in Ichhapur?
There are 371 households in Ichhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ichhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ichhapur is 66.15%. Male literacy is 75.06% and female literacy is 56.43%.