Basantpur - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Basantpur is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Narasinghpur and around 52 km from Cuttack. Kakudia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 398531. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 2.5 km away.
Basantpur 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 Basantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur village had a total population of 392 people, including 207 males and 185 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.49%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
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 | 392 | 207 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 152 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 55 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Basantpur
Basantpur 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 Basantpur
Basantpur 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Basantpur is about 2.5 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Basantpur is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Basantpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantpur is Kakudia.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 754032.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur had a total population of 392, including 207 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
Basantpur had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur was 74.49%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 63.64%.