Garipur - Basta, Balasore
Garipur is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Basta and around 40 km from Baleshwar. Kulida serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garipur is 392330. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Garipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garipur
According to the 2011 Census, Garipur village had a total population of 238 people, including 116 males and 122 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.62%, with male literacy at 65.96% and female literacy at 22.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 235.
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 | 238 | 116 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 113 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 62 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 54 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Garipur
Garipur 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 Garipur
Garipur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Garipur.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Garipur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Garipur is about 40 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 Garipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garipur 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Garipur
Where is Garipur located?
Garipur village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Garipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Garipur is Kulida.
What is the pincode of Garipur?
The pincode of Garipur is 756029.
What is the population of Garipur?
Garipur had a total population of 238, including 116 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Garipur?
Garipur had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garipur was 44.62%. Male literacy was 65.96% and female literacy was 22.83%.