Routrapur - Jaleswar, Balasore
Routrapur is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Raibania and around 74 km from Baleshwar. Saradarbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Routrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Routrapur is 391349. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 756033 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Routrapur 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 Routrapur
As per Census 2011, Routrapur village has a total population of 330 people, consisting of 157 males and 173 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Routrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 330 | 157 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 80 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 130 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 27 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Routrapur
Routrapur 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 Routrapur
Routrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Routrapur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Routrapur is about 74 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 Routrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Routrapur 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 Routrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Routrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Routrapur
Where is Routrapur located?
Routrapur village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Routrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Routrapur is Saradarbandh.
What is the pincode of Routrapur?
The pincode of Routrapur is 756033.
What is the population of Routrapur?
Routrapur has a total population of 330, including 157 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Routrapur?
There are 86 households in Routrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Routrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Routrapur is 68.79%. Male literacy is 82.80% and female literacy is 56.07%.