Medinpur - Jaleswar, Balasore
Medinpur is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from Jaleswar and around 61 km from Baleshwar. Khuluda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medinpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medinpur is 391558. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 756086 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Medinpur 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 Medinpur
According to the 2011 Census, Medinpur village had a total population of 342 people, including 177 males and 165 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.25%, with male literacy at 94.55% and female literacy at 83.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 342 | 177 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 12 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 156 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 21 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Medinpur
Medinpur 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 Medinpur
Medinpur 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 Medinpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Medinpur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Medinpur is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medinpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medinpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Medinpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medinpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Medinpur
Where is Medinpur located?
Medinpur village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Medinpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Medinpur is Khuluda.
What is the pincode of Medinpur?
The pincode of Medinpur is 756086.
What is the population of Medinpur?
Medinpur had a total population of 342, including 177 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Medinpur?
Medinpur had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Medinpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medinpur was 89.25%. Male literacy was 94.55% and female literacy was 83.10%.