Haripalapur - Bahanaga, Balasore
Haripalapur is a village situated in the Bahanaga tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Soro and around 20 km from Baleshwar. Khantapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripalapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripalapur is 393875. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 756043 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Haripalapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripalapur
According to the 2011 Census, Haripalapur village had a total population of 271 people, including 140 males and 131 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.99%, with male literacy at 92.80% and female literacy at 80.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 62, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 271 | 140 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 116 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 24 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Haripalapur
Haripalapur 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 Haripalapur
Haripalapur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Haripalapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Nilagiri to Haripalapur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Haripalapur is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haripalapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripalapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haripalapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haripalapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Haripalapur
Where is Haripalapur located?
Haripalapur village is located in Bahanaga Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haripalapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripalapur is Khantapada.
What is the pincode of Haripalapur?
The pincode of Haripalapur is 756043.
What is the population of Haripalapur?
Haripalapur had a total population of 271, including 140 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Haripalapur?
Haripalapur had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripalapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripalapur was 86.99%. Male literacy was 92.80% and female literacy was 80.99%.