Basantapur - Satyabadi, Puri
Basantapur is a village situated in the Satyabadi tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satyabadi and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Desabidyadharapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basantapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basantapur is 409616. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 752017 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 33 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 Satyabadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basantapur
As per Census 2011, Basantapur village has a total population of 362 people, consisting of 174 males and 188 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basantapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 362 | 174 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 145 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 29 | 66 |
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 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Basantapur.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Basantapur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Basantapur is about 30 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 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Basantapur
Where is Basantapur located?
Basantapur village is located in Satyabadi Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basantapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Basantapur is Desabidyadharapur.
What is the pincode of Basantapur?
The pincode of Basantapur is 752017.
What is the population of Basantapur?
Basantapur has a total population of 362, including 174 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Basantapur?
There are 84 households in Basantapur.
What is the literacy rate in Basantapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basantapur is 73.76%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 64.89%.