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
According to the 2011 Census, Astapatana village had a total population of 259 people, including 136 males and 123 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.30%, with male literacy at 93.22% and female literacy at 74.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 259 | 136 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 259, including 136 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Astapatana?
Astapatana had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Astapatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Astapatana was 84.30%. Male literacy was 93.22% and female literacy was 74.29%.