Basantapur - Balasore
Basantapur is a village situated in the Balasore tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8.5 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 8.5 km from Baleshwar. Genguti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantapur is 392824. The village covers a total geographical area of 114 hectares and falls under the 756056 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Basantapur 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 Basantapur
As per Census 2011, Basantapur village has a total population of 667 people, consisting of 335 males and 332 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 536 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 221 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basantapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 667 | 335 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 33 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 114 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 536 | 273 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 62 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Basantapur
Basantapur 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 Basantapur
Basantapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basantapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Basantapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Basantapur is about 8.5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Basantapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantapur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basantapur
Where is Basantapur located?
Basantapur village is located in Balasore Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Genguti.
What is the pincode of Basantapur?
The pincode of Basantapur is 756056.
What is the population of Basantapur?
Basantapur has a total population of 667, including 335 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur?
There are 140 households in Basantapur.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantapur is 80.36%. Male literacy is 81.49% and female literacy is 79.22%.