Basangamali - Kashipur, Rayagada
Basangamali is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basangamali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basangamali is 425921. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Basangamali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Basangamali
As per Census 2011, Basangamali village has a total population of 182 people, consisting of 78 males and 104 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 182 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Basangamali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 78 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 78 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 38 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Basangamali
Basangamali 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 Basangamali
Basangamali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Basangamali.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Basangamali is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Basangamali is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basangamali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basangamali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Basangamali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basangamali 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 Basangamali
Where is Basangamali located?
Basangamali village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Basangamali?
The Gram Panchayat of Basangamali is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Basangamali?
The pincode of Basangamali is 765015.
What is the population of Basangamali?
Basangamali has a total population of 182, including 78 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Basangamali?
There are 45 households in Basangamali.
What is the literacy rate in Basangamali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basangamali is 38.46%. Male literacy is 51.28% and female literacy is 28.85%.