Haliso - Simulia, Balasore
Haliso is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Similia and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Ada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haliso village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haliso is 394208. The village covers a total geographical area of 220 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Haliso 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 Haliso
As per Census 2011, Haliso village has a total population of 746 people, consisting of 383 males and 363 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 550 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haliso are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 746 | 383 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 46 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 57 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 550 | 308 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 75 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Haliso
Haliso 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kespur | South-East | 1.51 km |
| Barhampur | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Rapeya | West | 1.85 km |
| Narayanpur | North | 1.98 km |
| Nurpur | South | 2.01 km |
| Rambhila | South-East | 2.50 km |
| Kusunpur | North | 2.69 km |
| Nua | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Kalasuni | East | 3.34 km |
| Panchapada | South | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haliso
Public transport in the Haliso 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 98.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Haliso is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Haliso is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haliso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haliso village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Haliso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haliso village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Haliso
Where is Haliso located?
Haliso village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haliso?
The Gram Panchayat of Haliso is Ada.
What is the pincode of Haliso?
The pincode of Haliso is 756134.
What is the population of Haliso?
Haliso has a total population of 746, including 383 males and 363 females.
How many households are there in Haliso?
There are 158 households in Haliso.
What is the literacy rate in Haliso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haliso is 73.73%. Male literacy is 80.42% and female literacy is 66.67%.