Haripur - Khaira, Balasore
Haripur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Khaira and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Haripur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 393612. The village covers a total geographical area of 486 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 3,083 people, consisting of 1,556 males and 1,527 females. The village has 671 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,040 literate and 1,043 illiterate residents. Additionally, 750 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 515 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,083 | 1,556 | 1,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 163 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 750 | 378 | 372 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 515 | 254 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 2,040 | 1,154 | 886 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,043 | 402 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mahulapankha | West | 1.18 km |
| Barapada | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Jhunabadi | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Kalamchua | North | 1.59 km |
| Kuradhighasa | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Ratina | South | 2.10 km |
| Salagadia | East | 2.23 km |
| Kahaliagadia | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Baniapanka | West | 2.68 km |
| Joragadia | East | 2.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haripur
Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Soro to Haripur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Haripur 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 Haripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripur 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 Haripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haripur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
Haripur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 756126.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 3,083, including 1,556 males and 1,527 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 671 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 66.17%. Male literacy is 74.16% and female literacy is 58.02%.