Basantapur - Garadpur, Kendrapara
Basantapur is a village situated in the Garadpur tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Patkura and around 33 km from Kendrapara . Tyendakuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantapur is 396839. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 754134 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Patkura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantapur village had a total population of 469 people, including 240 males and 229 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.34%, with male literacy at 83.18% and female literacy at 77.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 222.
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 | 469 | 240 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 114 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 178 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 62 | 72 |
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 bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kendrapara to Basantapur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Basantapur is about 33 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 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Basantapur
Where is Basantapur located?
Basantapur village is located in Garadpur Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Tyendakuda.
What is the pincode of Basantapur?
The pincode of Basantapur is 754134.
What is the population of Basantapur?
Basantapur had a total population of 469, including 240 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur?
Basantapur had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantapur was 80.34%. Male literacy was 83.18% and female literacy was 77.34%.