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
As per Census 2011, Rustampur village has a total population of 688 people, consisting of 311 males and 377 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,212 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 503 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rustampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 311 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 48 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 40 | 51 |
| 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 has a total population of 688, including 311 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Rustampur?
There are 161 households in Rustampur.
What is the literacy rate in Rustampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rustampur is 73.11%. Male literacy is 75.88% and female literacy is 70.82%.