Kasipur - Nimapada, Puri
Kasipur 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. Sainsasasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasipur is 408951. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 752105 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kasipur 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 Kasipur
As per Census 2011, Kasipur village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 165 males and 131 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 793 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 165 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 139 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 26 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kasipur
Kasipur 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 Kasipur
Kasipur 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 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 Nimapada to Kasipur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Kasipur 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 Kasipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasipur 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 Kasipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasipur 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 Kasipur
Where is Kasipur located?
Kasipur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasipur is Sainsasasan.
What is the pincode of Kasipur?
The pincode of Kasipur is 752105.
What is the population of Kasipur?
Kasipur has a total population of 296, including 165 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Kasipur?
There are 86 households in Kasipur.
What is the literacy rate in Kasipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasipur is 83.11%. Male literacy is 84.24% and female literacy is 81.68%.