Baunsput - Banki, Cuttack
Baunsput is a village situated in the Banki tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 72 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banki and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Baunsaput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baunsput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baunsput is 398919. The village covers a total geographical area of 856 hectares and falls under the 754030 pincode. Athagad is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Baunsput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Banki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Baunsput
As per Census 2011, Baunsput village has a total population of 4,043 people, consisting of 2,136 males and 1,907 females. The village has 1,000 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 485 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,571 literate and 1,472 illiterate residents. Additionally, 563 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Baunsput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,043 | 2,136 | 1,907 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 269 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 563 | 300 | 263 |
| Literate Population | 2,571 | 1,482 | 1,089 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,472 | 654 | 818 |
Nearby Villages of Baunsput
Baunsput 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 Baunsput
Baunsput is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athagad to Baunsput is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Baunsput is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baunsput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baunsput 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Baunsput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baunsput 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Baunsput
Where is Baunsput located?
Baunsput village is located in Banki Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baunsput?
The Gram Panchayat of Baunsput is Baunsaput.
What is the pincode of Baunsput?
The pincode of Baunsput is 754030.
What is the population of Baunsput?
Baunsput has a total population of 4,043, including 2,136 males and 1,907 females.
How many households are there in Baunsput?
There are 1,000 households in Baunsput.
What is the literacy rate in Baunsput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baunsput is 63.59%. Male literacy is 69.38% and female literacy is 57.11%.