Rasidpur - Simulia, Balasore
Rasidpur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Similia and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Kirkona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rasidpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rasidpur is 394139. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Rasidpur 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 Rasidpur
As per Census 2011, Rasidpur village has a total population of 832 people, consisting of 435 males and 397 females. The village has 204 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 103 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rasidpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 832 | 435 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 103 | 57 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 158 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 344 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 91 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Rasidpur
Rasidpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khandaita(khandeita) | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Harisingpur | North | 1.64 km |
| Kabirpur | North | 1.78 km |
| Bati | West | 2.11 km |
| Purastampur | South | 2.12 km |
| Bantada | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Khirkona | East | 2.28 km |
| Ankula | North-West | 2.45 km |
| Ganipur | East | 2.68 km |
| Baduli | South-West | 2.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rasidpur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Rasidpur. The nearest railway station is Sabira, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 109.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Soro to Rasidpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Rasidpur 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 Rasidpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rasidpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rasidpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rasidpur 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Rasidpur
Where is Rasidpur located?
Rasidpur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rasidpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rasidpur is Kirkona.
What is the pincode of Rasidpur?
The pincode of Rasidpur is 756134.
What is the population of Rasidpur?
Rasidpur has a total population of 832, including 435 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Rasidpur?
There are 204 households in Rasidpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rasidpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rasidpur is 73.32%. Male literacy is 79.08% and female literacy is 67.00%.