Basapanga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Basapanga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pabingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basapanga is 416356. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Basapanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Basapanga village had a total population of 17 people, including 8 males and 9 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.71%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 37.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Basapanga
Basapanga 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 Basapanga
Public transport in the Basapanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Basapanga is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Basapanga is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basapanga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Basapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basapanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basapanga
Where is Basapanga located?
Basapanga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Basapanga is Pabingia.
What is the pincode of Basapanga?
The pincode of Basapanga is 762011.
What is the population of Basapanga?
Basapanga had a total population of 17, including 8 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Basapanga?
Basapanga had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basapanga was 35.71%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 37.50%.