Farakapada - Basta, Balasore
Farakapada is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Singla and around 44 km from Baleshwar. Karua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farakapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farakapada is 392154. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 756081 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Farakapada 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 Farakapada
According to the 2011 Census, Farakapada village had a total population of 166 people, including 85 males and 81 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.16%, with male literacy at 96.10% and female literacy at 85.71%.
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 | 166 | 85 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 74 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 11 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Farakapada
Farakapada 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 Farakapada
Farakapada 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 Farakapada.
| 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 Farakapada is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Farakapada is about 44 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 Farakapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farakapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Farakapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farakapada 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Farakapada
Where is Farakapada located?
Farakapada village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Farakapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Farakapada is Karua.
What is the pincode of Farakapada?
The pincode of Farakapada is 756081.
What is the population of Farakapada?
Farakapada had a total population of 166, including 85 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Farakapada?
Farakapada had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Farakapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farakapada was 91.16%. Male literacy was 96.10% and female literacy was 85.71%.