Kasimpur - Bhograi, Balasore
Kasimpur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Bhograi and around 73 km from Baleshwar. Sunadharbasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasimpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasimpur is 391737. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 756038 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kasimpur 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 Kasimpur
As per Census 2011, Kasimpur village has a total population of 313 people, consisting of 153 males and 160 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 111 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasimpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 153 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 121 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 32 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Kasimpur
Kasimpur 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 Kasimpur
Kasimpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Kasimpur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Kasimpur is about 73 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 Kasimpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasimpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kasimpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasimpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kasimpur
Where is Kasimpur located?
Kasimpur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasimpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasimpur is Sunadharbasan.
What is the pincode of Kasimpur?
The pincode of Kasimpur is 756038.
What is the population of Kasimpur?
Kasimpur has a total population of 313, including 153 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Kasimpur?
There are 71 households in Kasimpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kasimpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasimpur is 69.65%. Male literacy is 79.08% and female literacy is 60.63%.