Routrapur - Baliapal, Balasore
Routrapur is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Baliapal and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Bishnupur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Routrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Routrapur is 391961. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 756026 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Routrapur 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 Routrapur
As per Census 2011, Routrapur village has a total population of 226 people, consisting of 105 males and 121 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 1,152 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 173 literate and 53 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Routrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 105 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 16 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Routrapur
Routrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chirasungamuhan | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Kudmansing (kadamansing) | West | 1.24 km |
| Harankuli(harinkuli) | North | 2.17 km |
| Nayabali | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Gunapur | West | 2.38 km |
| Surjapur(sujapur) | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Charabastakalaroi | South | 2.66 km |
| Khalabadia | East | 2.69 km |
| Baramahisadi | North-West | 2.83 km |
| Kachuapada | West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Routrapur
Routrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Digha Flag Station, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 111.0 km.
| 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 Routrapur is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Routrapur is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Routrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Routrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Routrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Routrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Routrapur
Where is Routrapur located?
Routrapur village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Routrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Routrapur is Bishnupur.
What is the pincode of Routrapur?
The pincode of Routrapur is 756026.
What is the population of Routrapur?
Routrapur has a total population of 226, including 105 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Routrapur?
There are 48 households in Routrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Routrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Routrapur is 76.55%. Male literacy is 84.76% and female literacy is 69.42%.