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
As per Census 2011, Basantapur village has a total population of 795 people, consisting of 402 males and 393 females. The village has 223 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 318 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 33 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basantapur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 795, including 402 males and 393 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur?
There are 223 households in Basantapur.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantapur is 60.00%. Male literacy is 69.90% and female literacy is 49.87%.