Basantapur
Basantapur is a village located in Baleshwar Sadar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8.5km away from sub-district headquarter Baleshwar Sadar (tehsildar office) and 8.5km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Genguti is the gram panchayat of Basantapur village.
Basantapur has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Basantapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Basantapur is 392824. The village spans a total geographical area of 114 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756056. Baleshwar is nearest town to Basantapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Basantapur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Basantapur
Below is a concise population overview of Basantapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Basantapur village:
- The total population of Basantapur village is around 667, including approximately 335 males and 332 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Basantapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Basantapur village has 221 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 91 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Basantapur village is about 80.36%, with male literacy at 81.49% and female literacy at 79.22%.
- There are around 140 households in Basantapur village.
Connectivity of Basantapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Basantapur. As per the 2011 stats, Basantapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Basantapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Basantapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Basantapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Basantapur
- Where is Basantapur located?
- Basantapur village is situated in Baleshwar Sadar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Basantapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Genguti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Basantapur?
- The pincode of Basantapur is 756056, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Basantapur is 667, with 335 males and 332 females.
- How many households are there in Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Basantapur village has a total of 140 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Basantapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Basantapur is 80.36%. The male literacy rate is 81.49%, while the female literacy rate is 79.22%.