Basantinagar - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Basantinagar is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Motu and around 75 km from Malkangiri . Lugel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantinagar is 431160. The village falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Basantinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantinagar
As per Census 2011, Basantinagar village has a total population of 1,983 people, consisting of 988 males and 995 females. The village has 424 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 906 literate and 1,077 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basantinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,983 | 988 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 167 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,158 | 600 | 558 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 535 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,077 | 453 | 624 |
Nearby Villages of Basantinagar
Basantinagar 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 Basantinagar
Basantinagar 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 Malkangiri to Basantinagar is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Basantinagar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basantinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basantinagar 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 Basantinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basantinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basantinagar
Where is Basantinagar located?
Basantinagar village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantinagar is Lugel.
What is the pincode of Basantinagar?
The pincode of Basantinagar is 764086.
What is the population of Basantinagar?
Basantinagar has a total population of 1,983, including 988 males and 995 females.
How many households are there in Basantinagar?
There are 424 households in Basantinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Basantinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantinagar is 45.69%. Male literacy is 54.15% and female literacy is 37.29%.