Hajipur - Soro, Balasore
Hajipur is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Soro and around 43 km from Baleshwar. Kedarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hajipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hajipur is 393997. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Hajipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hajipur
According to the 2011 Census, Hajipur village had a total population of 120 people, including 71 males and 49 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 690 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.96%, with male literacy at 93.55% and female literacy at 70.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 120 | 71 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 58 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Hajipur
Hajipur 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 Hajipur
Public transport in the Hajipur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Hajipur.
| 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 Soro to Hajipur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Hajipur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hajipur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hajipur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hajipur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hajipur 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 Hajipur
Where is Hajipur located?
Hajipur village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hajipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Hajipur is Kedarpur.
What is the pincode of Hajipur?
The pincode of Hajipur is 756045.
What is the population of Hajipur?
Hajipur had a total population of 120, including 71 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Hajipur?
Hajipur had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hajipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hajipur was 83.96%. Male literacy was 93.55% and female literacy was 70.45%.