Begunia - Basta, Balasore
Begunia is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Basta and around 46 km from Baleshwar. Kudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Begunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Begunia is 392372. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Begunia 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 Begunia
As per Census 2011, Begunia village has a total population of 1,135 people, consisting of 578 males and 557 females. The village has 256 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 805 literate and 330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 135 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Begunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,135 | 578 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 75 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 805 | 459 | 346 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 119 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Begunia
Begunia 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 Begunia
Begunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Begunia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Begunia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Begunia is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Begunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Begunia 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Begunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Begunia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Begunia
Where is Begunia located?
Begunia village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Begunia is Kudia.
What is the pincode of Begunia?
The pincode of Begunia is 756029.
What is the population of Begunia?
Begunia has a total population of 1,135, including 578 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Begunia?
There are 256 households in Begunia.
What is the literacy rate in Begunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Begunia is 70.93%. Male literacy is 79.41% and female literacy is 62.12%.