Kasipur - Baliapal, Balasore
Kasipur is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Baliapal and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Betagadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasipur is 392117. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 756083 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Kasipur 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 Kasipur
According to the 2011 Census, Kasipur village had a total population of 284 people, including 155 males and 129 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.86%, with male literacy at 97.28% and female literacy at 87.39%.
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 | 284 | 155 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 143 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kasipur
Kasipur 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 Kasipur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kasipur.
| 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 Baleshwar to Kasipur is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kasipur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kasipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kasipur
Where is Kasipur located?
Kasipur village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kasipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasipur is Betagadia.
What is the pincode of Kasipur?
The pincode of Kasipur is 756083.
What is the population of Kasipur?
Kasipur had a total population of 284, including 155 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Kasipur?
Kasipur had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kasipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasipur was 92.86%. Male literacy was 97.28% and female literacy was 87.39%.