Bidyadharpur - Basta, Balasore
Bidyadharpur is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Basta and around 32 km from Baleshwar. Patharjhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bidyadharpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bidyadharpur is 392395. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Bidyadharpur 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 Bidyadharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Bidyadharpur village had a total population of 198 people, including 107 males and 91 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.04%, with male literacy at 80.46% and female literacy at 48.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 149.
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 | 198 | 107 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 70 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 37 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Bidyadharpur
Bidyadharpur 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 Bidyadharpur
Bidyadharpur 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 Bidyadharpur.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Bidyadharpur is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Bidyadharpur is about 32 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 Bidyadharpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bidyadharpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bidyadharpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bidyadharpur 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 Bidyadharpur
Where is Bidyadharpur located?
Bidyadharpur village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bidyadharpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Bidyadharpur is Patharjhara.
What is the pincode of Bidyadharpur?
The pincode of Bidyadharpur is 756029.
What is the population of Bidyadharpur?
Bidyadharpur had a total population of 198, including 107 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Bidyadharpur?
Bidyadharpur had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bidyadharpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bidyadharpur was 66.04%. Male literacy was 80.46% and female literacy was 48.61%.