Harisinghpur - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Harisinghpur is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Harisinghpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harisinghpur is 395172. The village covers a total geographical area of 489 hectares and falls under the 756130 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Harisinghpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basudevpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harisinghpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harisinghpur village had a total population of 2,701 people, including 1,352 males and 1,349 females, living in 498 households. The sex ratio was 998 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.54%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 75.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 387.
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 | 2,701 | 1,352 | 1,349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 176 | 158 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 188 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,930 | 1,036 | 894 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 316 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Harisinghpur
Harisinghpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padhisahi | West | 1.09 km |
| Nimeisahi | West | 1.46 km |
| Samantaraipur | East | 1.67 km |
| Malpur | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Laxmiprasad | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Bhanupur | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Chandrakatbindha | West | 2.64 km |
| Khadijan | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Daulatapur | North | 3.09 km |
| Charitaraf | East | 3.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harisinghpur
Harisinghpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhadrakh, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhadrak to Harisinghpur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Harisinghpur is about 32 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 Harisinghpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harisinghpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Harisinghpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harisinghpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harisinghpur
Where is Harisinghpur located?
Harisinghpur village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harisinghpur?
Harisinghpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harisinghpur?
The pincode of Harisinghpur is 756130.
What is the population of Harisinghpur?
Harisinghpur had a total population of 2,701, including 1,352 males and 1,349 females.
How many households are there in Harisinghpur?
Harisinghpur had 498 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harisinghpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harisinghpur was 81.54%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 75.06%.