Huntapur - Nilagiri, Balasore
Huntapur is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Nilagiri and around 30 km from Baleshwar. Garadihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Huntapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Huntapur is 393218. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 756041 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Huntapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Huntapur
According to the 2011 Census, Huntapur village had a total population of 171 people, including 94 males and 77 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 819 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.67%, with male literacy at 76.54% and female literacy at 72.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 171 | 94 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 32 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Huntapur
Huntapur 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 Huntapur
Public transport in the Huntapur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Huntapur.
| 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 Huntapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Huntapur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Huntapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Huntapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Huntapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Huntapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Huntapur
Where is Huntapur located?
Huntapur village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Huntapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Huntapur is Garadihi.
What is the pincode of Huntapur?
The pincode of Huntapur is 756041.
What is the population of Huntapur?
Huntapur had a total population of 171, including 94 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Huntapur?
Huntapur had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Huntapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Huntapur was 74.67%. Male literacy was 76.54% and female literacy was 72.46%.