Rustampur - Khaira, Balasore
Rustampur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Khaira and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Nahanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rustampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rustampur is 393597. The village covers a total geographical area of 82 hectares and falls under the 756059 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Rustampur 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 Rustampur
According to the 2011 Census, Rustampur village had a total population of 688 people, including 311 males and 377 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 1,212 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.32%, with male literacy at 89.73% and female literacy at 76.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 688 | 311 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 48 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 40 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 503 | 236 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 75 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Rustampur
Rustampur 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 Rustampur
Rustampur 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Rustampur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Rustampur is about 60 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 Rustampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rustampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rustampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rustampur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rustampur
Where is Rustampur located?
Rustampur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rustampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rustampur is Nahanga.
What is the pincode of Rustampur?
The pincode of Rustampur is 756059.
What is the population of Rustampur?
Rustampur had a total population of 688, including 311 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Rustampur?
Rustampur had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rustampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rustampur was 82.32%. Male literacy was 89.73% and female literacy was 76.72%.