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
According to the 2011 Census, Basangamali village had a total population of 182 people, including 78 males and 104 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.95%, with male literacy at 63.49% and female literacy at 36.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 78 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 182, including 78 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Basangamali?
Basangamali had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basangamali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basangamali was 47.95%. Male literacy was 63.49% and female literacy was 36.14%.