Medinpur - Remuna, Balasore
Medinpur is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 14 km from Baleshwar. Chaskhand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Medinpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Medinpur is 392664. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 756027 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Medinpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Medinpur
As per Census 2011, Medinpur village has a total population of 481 people, consisting of 238 males and 243 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Medinpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 481 | 238 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 26 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 201 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 37 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Medinpur
Medinpur 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 Medinpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Medinpur. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Medinpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Medinpur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Medinpur is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Medinpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Medinpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Medinpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Medinpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Medinpur
Where is Medinpur located?
Medinpur village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Medinpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Medinpur is Chaskhand.
What is the pincode of Medinpur?
The pincode of Medinpur is 756027.
What is the population of Medinpur?
Medinpur has a total population of 481, including 238 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Medinpur?
There are 123 households in Medinpur.
What is the literacy rate in Medinpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Medinpur is 77.96%. Male literacy is 84.45% and female literacy is 71.60%.