Biswanathpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Biswanathpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhograi and around 75 km from Baleshwar. Jalsoharia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Biswanathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biswanathpur is 391707. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Biswanathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biswanathpur
According to the 2011 Census, Biswanathpur village had a total population of 290 people, including 156 males and 134 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 859 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.92%, with male literacy at 95.52% and female literacy at 88.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 290 | 156 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 22 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 25 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 128 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 28 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Biswanathpur
Biswanathpur 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 Biswanathpur
Public transport in the Biswanathpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Biswanathpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Biswanathpur is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Biswanathpur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biswanathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biswanathpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Biswanathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biswanathpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Biswanathpur
Where is Biswanathpur located?
Biswanathpur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Biswanathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Biswanathpur is Jalsoharia.
What is the pincode of Biswanathpur?
The pincode of Biswanathpur is 756039.
What is the population of Biswanathpur?
Biswanathpur had a total population of 290, including 156 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Biswanathpur?
Biswanathpur had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biswanathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biswanathpur was 91.92%. Male literacy was 95.52% and female literacy was 88.10%.