Halapar - Mandvi, Kachchh
Halapar is a village situated in the Mandvi taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mandvi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Halapar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halapar is 507212. The village covers a total geographical area of 475.85 hectares and falls under the 370450 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Halapar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Halapar
According to the 2011 Census, Halapar village had a total population of 823 people, including 416 males and 407 females, living in 193 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.82%, with male literacy at 83.43% and female literacy at 56.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 823 | 416 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 60 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 297 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 119 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Halapar
Halapar 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 Halapar
Public transport in the Halapar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Halapar is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Halapar is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halapar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halapar 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 Halapar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halapar 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 Halapar
Where is Halapar located?
Halapar village is located in Mandvi Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Halapar?
Halapar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Halapar?
The pincode of Halapar is 370450.
What is the population of Halapar?
Halapar had a total population of 823, including 416 males and 407 females.
How many households are there in Halapar?
Halapar had 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halapar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halapar was 69.82%. Male literacy was 83.43% and female literacy was 56.09%.