Basantpur - Thakurmunda, Mayurbhanj
Basantpur is a village situated in the Thakurmunda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thakurmunda and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Thakurmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantpur is 389039. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 757038 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 38 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 Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantpur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantpur village had a total population of 163 people, including 73 males and 90 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,233 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.32%, with male literacy at 50.91% and female literacy at 8.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 163 | 73 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 71 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 28 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 45 | 83 |
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
Public transport in the Basantpur 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Basantpur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Basantpur is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Basantpur
Where is Basantpur located?
Basantpur village is located in Thakurmunda Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basantpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantpur is Thakurmunda.
What is the pincode of Basantpur?
The pincode of Basantpur is 757038.
What is the population of Basantpur?
Basantpur had a total population of 163, including 73 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Basantpur?
Basantpur had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantpur was 26.32%. Male literacy was 50.91% and female literacy was 8.97%.