Halapanka - Mohana, Gajapati
Halapanka is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Birikote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halapanka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halapanka is 413722. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Halapanka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halapanka
As per Census 2011, Halapanka village has a total population of 282 people, consisting of 143 males and 139 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 160 illiterate residents. Additionally, 274 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halapanka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 282 | 143 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 33 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 274 | 137 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 71 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 72 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Halapanka
Halapanka 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 Halapanka
Public transport in the Halapanka is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Digapahandi to Halapanka is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Halapanka is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halapanka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halapanka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Halapanka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halapanka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halapanka
Where is Halapanka located?
Halapanka village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halapanka?
The Gram Panchayat of Halapanka is Birikote.
What is the pincode of Halapanka?
The pincode of Halapanka is 761015.
What is the population of Halapanka?
Halapanka has a total population of 282, including 143 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Halapanka?
There are 52 households in Halapanka.
What is the literacy rate in Halapanka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halapanka is 43.26%. Male literacy is 49.65% and female literacy is 36.69%.