Anandapur - Basta, Balasore
Anandapur is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Basta and around 45 km from Baleshwar. Velora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anandapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anandapur is 392369. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 756029 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Anandapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anandapur
According to the 2011 Census, Anandapur village had a total population of 353 people, including 185 males and 168 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 63.98% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 177.
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 | 353 | 185 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 103 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 82 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Anandapur
Anandapur 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 Anandapur
Anandapur 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 Anandapur.
| 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 Jaleswar to Anandapur is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Anandapur is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anandapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anandapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Anandapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anandapur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Anandapur
Where is Anandapur located?
Anandapur village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anandapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Anandapur is Velora.
What is the pincode of Anandapur?
The pincode of Anandapur is 756029.
What is the population of Anandapur?
Anandapur had a total population of 353, including 185 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Anandapur?
Anandapur had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Anandapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anandapur was 60.00%. Male literacy was 63.98% and female literacy was 55.56%.