Ostapari - Kanas, Puri
Ostapari is a village situated in the Kanas tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Satyabadi and around 35 km from Puri. Gadabalabhadrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ostapari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ostapari is 409590. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Ostapari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ostapari
According to the 2011 Census, Ostapari village had a total population of 369 people, including 193 males and 176 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 93.09%, with male literacy at 98.87% and female literacy at 86.54%.
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 | 369 | 193 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 175 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 18 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Ostapari
Ostapari 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 Ostapari
Ostapari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Ostapari is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Ostapari is about 35 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 Ostapari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ostapari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ostapari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ostapari 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 Ostapari
Where is Ostapari located?
Ostapari village is located in Kanas Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ostapari?
The Gram Panchayat of Ostapari is Gadabalabhadrapur.
What is the pincode of Ostapari?
The pincode of Ostapari is 752017.
What is the population of Ostapari?
Ostapari had a total population of 369, including 193 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Ostapari?
Ostapari had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ostapari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ostapari was 93.09%. Male literacy was 98.87% and female literacy was 86.54%.