Handipoda - Bhograi, Balasore
Handipoda is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Bhograi and around 82 km from Baleshwar. Kumbharmuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handipoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handipoda is 391678. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Handipoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handipoda
According to the 2011 Census, Handipoda village had a total population of 545 people, including 303 males and 242 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 799 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.60%, with male literacy at 96.23% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 545 | 303 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 38 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 255 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 48 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Handipoda
Handipoda 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 Handipoda
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Handipoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Handipoda is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Handipoda is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handipoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handipoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Handipoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handipoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Handipoda
Where is Handipoda located?
Handipoda village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Handipoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Handipoda is Kumbharmuli.
What is the pincode of Handipoda?
The pincode of Handipoda is 756036.
What is the population of Handipoda?
Handipoda had a total population of 545, including 303 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Handipoda?
Handipoda had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handipoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handipoda was 86.60%. Male literacy was 96.23% and female literacy was 75.00%.