Basantapur - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Basantapur is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Ektali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantapur is 388495. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 757091 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 29 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 Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantapur village had a total population of 241 people, including 131 males and 110 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 85.84% and female literacy at 75.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 241 | 131 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 97 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 34 | 37 |
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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Basantapur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Basantapur is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 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 Basantapur
Where is Basantapur located?
Basantapur village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Ektali.
What is the pincode of Basantapur?
The pincode of Basantapur is 757091.
What is the population of Basantapur?
Basantapur had a total population of 241, including 131 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur?
Basantapur had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantapur was 80.95%. Male literacy was 85.84% and female literacy was 75.26%.