Basantapur - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Basantapur is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 86 km from Narasinghpur and around 142 km from Cuttack. Basantapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantapur is 398463. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 21 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 Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantapur village had a total population of 795 people, including 402 males and 393 females, living in 223 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.18%, with male literacy at 78.06% and female literacy at 56.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 250, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 795 | 402 | 393 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 120 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 281 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 121 | 197 |
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.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jagatsinghapur to Basantapur is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Basantapur is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Basantapur
Where is Basantapur located?
Basantapur village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantapur?
Basantapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Basantapur?
The pincode of Basantapur is 754032.
What is the population of Basantapur?
Basantapur had a total population of 795, including 402 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur?
Basantapur had 223 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantapur was 67.18%. Male literacy was 78.06% and female literacy was 56.00%.