Bastu - Puri
Bastu is a village situated in the Puri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Sadar and around 4 km from Puri. Kasiharipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bastu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bastu is 409906. The village covers a total geographical area of 2 hectares and falls under the 752002 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Bastu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bastu
Bastu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhartipur | North-West | 0.61 km |
| Alikia | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Sereikona | West | 2.19 km |
| Harekrushnapur | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Samanga | South-West | 2.23 km |
| Batagan | North | 2.29 km |
| Uttarakona | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Samangara | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Rebatiraman | West | 3.32 km |
| Balukhanda | South-East | 3.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bastu
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bastu. The nearest railway station is Malatipatpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Bastu is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bastu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bastu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bastu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bastu 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 Bastu
Where is Bastu located?
Bastu village is located in Puri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bastu?
The Gram Panchayat of Bastu is Kasiharipur.
What is the pincode of Bastu?
The pincode of Bastu is 752002.