Basantapur - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Basantapur is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Balabhadrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantapur is 406874. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Nayagarh is the nearest town, located about 38 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 Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantapur
According to the 2011 Census, Basantapur village had a total population of 156 people, including 75 males and 81 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,080 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.62%, with male literacy at 88.71% and female literacy at 75.68%.
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 | 156 | 75 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 55 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Nayagarh to Basantapur is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of 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 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Basantapur
Where is Basantapur located?
Basantapur village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Balabhadrapur.
What is the pincode of Basantapur?
The pincode of Basantapur is 752026.
What is the population of Basantapur?
Basantapur had a total population of 156, including 75 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur?
Basantapur had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantapur was 81.62%. Male literacy was 88.71% and female literacy was 75.68%.