Daspur - Puintala, Balangir
Daspur is a village situated in the Puintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Balangir and around 13 km from Balangir. Duspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daspur is 420222. The village covers a total geographical area of 548 hectares and falls under the 767002 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Daspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loisingha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daspur
As per Census 2011, Daspur village has a total population of 1,623 people, consisting of 823 males and 800 females. The village has 368 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 220 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 987 literate and 636 illiterate residents. Additionally, 469 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 36 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,623 | 823 | 800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 109 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 243 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 590 | 397 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 233 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Daspur
Daspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahulpadar | West | 2.04 km |
| Bangapali | East | 2.36 km |
| Agnipur | North-East | 2.56 km |
| Bhatra | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Pujariguda | South-East | 3.48 km |
| Sindhigan | South | 3.59 km |
| Sanamasigam | West | 3.75 km |
| Chakachapar | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Deula | North | 4.10 km |
| Lalitadeipursasan | East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daspur
Daspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.2 km.
| 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 Daspur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Daspur is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daspur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Daspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daspur 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 Daspur
Where is Daspur located?
Daspur village is located in Puintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Daspur is Duspur.
What is the pincode of Daspur?
The pincode of Daspur is 767002.
What is the population of Daspur?
Daspur has a total population of 1,623, including 823 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Daspur?
There are 368 households in Daspur.
What is the literacy rate in Daspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daspur is 60.81%. Male literacy is 71.69% and female literacy is 49.63%.