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
As per Census 2011, Medinpur village has a total population of 342 people, consisting of 177 males and 165 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medinpur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 342, including 177 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Medinpur?
There are 79 households in Medinpur.
What is the literacy rate in Medinpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medinpur is 80.12%. Male literacy is 88.14% and female literacy is 71.52%.