Biswanathpur - Baliapal, Balasore
Biswanathpur is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Baliapal and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Balarampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biswanathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biswanathpur is 392048. The village covers a total geographical area of 11 hectares and falls under the 756024 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Biswanathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biswanathpur
As per Census 2011, Biswanathpur village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 78 males and 82 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 101 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Biswanathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 78 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 54 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 24 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Biswanathpur
Biswanathpur 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 Biswanathpur
Biswanathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Biswanathpur is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Biswanathpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biswanathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biswanathpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Biswanathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biswanathpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biswanathpur
Where is Biswanathpur located?
Biswanathpur village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biswanathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Biswanathpur is Balarampur.
What is the pincode of Biswanathpur?
The pincode of Biswanathpur is 756024.
What is the population of Biswanathpur?
Biswanathpur has a total population of 160, including 78 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Biswanathpur?
There are 40 households in Biswanathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Biswanathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswanathpur is 63.13%. Male literacy is 69.23% and female literacy is 57.32%.