Astapatana - Oupada, Balasore
Astapatana is a village situated in the Oupada tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Oupada and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Talakia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Astapatana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Astapatana is 393368. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 756049 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Astapatana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Astapatana
As per Census 2011, Astapatana village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 136 males and 123 females. The village has 61 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 188 literate and 71 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Astapatana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 136 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 110 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 26 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Astapatana
Astapatana 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 Astapatana
Astapatana 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Astapatana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Astapatana is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Astapatana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Astapatana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Astapatana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Astapatana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Astapatana
Where is Astapatana located?
Astapatana village is located in Oupada Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Astapatana?
The Gram Panchayat of Astapatana is Talakia.
What is the pincode of Astapatana?
The pincode of Astapatana is 756049.
What is the population of Astapatana?
Astapatana has a total population of 259, including 136 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Astapatana?
There are 61 households in Astapatana.
What is the literacy rate in Astapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Astapatana is 72.59%. Male literacy is 80.88% and female literacy is 63.41%.