Halankanasi - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Halankanasi is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Jamutpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halankanasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halankanasi is 380084. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Halankanasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halankanasi
According to the 2011 Census, Halankanasi village had a total population of 286 people, including 139 males and 147 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.30%, with male literacy at 78.79% and female literacy at 55.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 53.
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 | 286 | 139 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 104 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 35 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Halankanasi
Halankanasi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Changaria | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Jamutpali | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Ganiapali | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Kendubhata | South | 2.27 km |
| Baidpali | East | 3.34 km |
| Telipukhapani | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Jankeda | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Malamunda | North | 3.92 km |
| Chandrapur | West | 4.38 km |
| Buromunda | South-East | 4.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Halankanasi
Halankanasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khalipali, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Halankanasi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Halankanasi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halankanasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halankanasi 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 Halankanasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halankanasi 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 Halankanasi
Where is Halankanasi located?
Halankanasi village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Halankanasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Halankanasi is Jamutpali.
What is the pincode of Halankanasi?
The pincode of Halankanasi is 768037.
What is the population of Halankanasi?
Halankanasi had a total population of 286, including 139 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Halankanasi?
Halankanasi had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halankanasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halankanasi was 67.30%. Male literacy was 78.79% and female literacy was 55.73%.