Rasalpur - Basta, Balasore
Rasalpur is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Singla and around 42 km from Baleshwar. Nabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasalpur is 392196. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Rasalpur 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 Rasalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rasalpur village had a total population of 204 people, including 100 males and 104 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.60%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 72.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 204 | 100 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 37 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Rasalpur
Rasalpur 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 Rasalpur
Rasalpur 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 Rasalpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rasalpur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Rasalpur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rasalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasalpur 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 Rasalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasalpur 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 Rasalpur
Where is Rasalpur located?
Rasalpur village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rasalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasalpur is Nabara.
What is the pincode of Rasalpur?
The pincode of Rasalpur is 756023.
What is the population of Rasalpur?
Rasalpur had a total population of 204, including 100 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Rasalpur?
Rasalpur had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rasalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasalpur was 73.60%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 72.34%.