Harigochhia - Bhograi, Balasore
Harigochhia is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Bhograi and around 96 km from Baleshwar. Tukurihazira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harigochhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harigochhia is 391762. The village covers a total geographical area of 14 hectares and falls under the 756085 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Harigochhia 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 Harigochhia
According to the 2011 Census, Harigochhia village had a total population of 72 people, including 35 males and 37 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.43%, with male literacy at 97.14% and female literacy at 85.71%.
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 | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 1 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Harigochhia
Harigochhia 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 Harigochhia
Harigochhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Harigochhia.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Harigochhia is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Harigochhia is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harigochhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harigochhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harigochhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harigochhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harigochhia
Where is Harigochhia located?
Harigochhia village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harigochhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Harigochhia is Tukurihazira.
What is the pincode of Harigochhia?
The pincode of Harigochhia is 756085.
What is the population of Harigochhia?
Harigochhia had a total population of 72, including 35 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Harigochhia?
Harigochhia had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harigochhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harigochhia was 91.43%. Male literacy was 97.14% and female literacy was 85.71%.