Bhagirathipur - Basta, Balasore
Bhagirathipur is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Basta and around 36 km from Baleshwar. Barunagadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhagirathipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhagirathipur is 392349. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Bhagirathipur 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 Bhagirathipur
According to the 2011 Census, Bhagirathipur village had a total population of 226 people, including 120 males and 106 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 883 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.10%, with male literacy at 99.06% and female literacy at 90.82%.
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 | 226 | 120 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 194 | 105 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Bhagirathipur
Bhagirathipur 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 Bhagirathipur
Bhagirathipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Bhagirathipur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Bhagirathipur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bhagirathipur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhagirathipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhagirathipur 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 Bhagirathipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhagirathipur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bhagirathipur
Where is Bhagirathipur located?
Bhagirathipur village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhagirathipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhagirathipur is Barunagadia.
What is the pincode of Bhagirathipur?
The pincode of Bhagirathipur is 756029.
What is the population of Bhagirathipur?
Bhagirathipur had a total population of 226, including 120 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Bhagirathipur?
Bhagirathipur had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhagirathipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhagirathipur was 95.10%. Male literacy was 99.06% and female literacy was 90.82%.