Basindipur - Khaira, Balasore
Basindipur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Khaira and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Achutipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basindipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basindipur is 393439. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Basindipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basindipur
According to the 2011 Census, Basindipur village had a total population of 168 people, including 83 males and 85 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.14%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 68.42%.
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 | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 18 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Basindipur
Basindipur 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 Basindipur
Basindipur 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Basindipur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Basindipur is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basindipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basindipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basindipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basindipur 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 Basindipur
Where is Basindipur located?
Basindipur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basindipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basindipur is Achutipur.
What is the pincode of Basindipur?
The pincode of Basindipur is 756047.
What is the population of Basindipur?
Basindipur had a total population of 168, including 83 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Basindipur?
Basindipur had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basindipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basindipur was 80.14%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 68.42%.