Daspurusottampur - Nimapada, Puri
Daspurusottampur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Nuasantrha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daspurusottampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daspurusottampur is 409067. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 752105 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Daspurusottampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daspurusottampur
As per Census 2011, Daspurusottampur village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 173 males and 173 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daspurusottampur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 173 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 145 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 28 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Daspurusottampur
Daspurusottampur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanyakuda | North-East | 0.56 km |
| Sandhagorada | South-West | 0.68 km |
| Brahmankhandi | South-West | 1.21 km |
| Ghodak | South-East | 1.41 km |
| Bandhapadadas Purusottampur | North | 1.48 km |
| Uchhupur | West | 1.49 km |
| Kolhana | South-East | 1.62 km |
| Kotakosanga | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Balipada | North | 1.99 km |
| Sanasurubila | North-East | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Daspurusottampur
Daspurusottampur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 km.
| 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 Nimapada to Daspurusottampur is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Daspurusottampur 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 Daspurusottampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daspurusottampur 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 Daspurusottampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daspurusottampur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daspurusottampur
Where is Daspurusottampur located?
Daspurusottampur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daspurusottampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Daspurusottampur is Nuasantrha.
What is the pincode of Daspurusottampur?
The pincode of Daspurusottampur is 752105.
What is the population of Daspurusottampur?
Daspurusottampur has a total population of 346, including 173 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Daspurusottampur?
There are 88 households in Daspurusottampur.
What is the literacy rate in Daspurusottampur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daspurusottampur is 81.50%. Male literacy is 83.82% and female literacy is 79.19%.