Hinjalakuda - Surada, Ganjam
Hinjalakuda is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Badagada and around 125 km from Chatrapur. Hinjalakuda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hinjalakuda is 410964. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Hinjalakuda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hinjalakuda
As per Census 2011, Hinjalakuda village has a total population of 956 people, consisting of 502 males and 454 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 486 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hinjalakuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 956 | 502 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 23 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 310 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 192 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Hinjalakuda
Hinjalakuda 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 Hinjalakuda
Hinjalakuda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Hinjalakuda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Hinjalakuda is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hinjalakuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hinjalakuda 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 Hinjalakuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hinjalakuda 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 Hinjalakuda
Where is Hinjalakuda located?
Hinjalakuda village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hinjalakuda?
Hinjalakuda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hinjalakuda?
The pincode of Hinjalakuda is 761109.
What is the population of Hinjalakuda?
Hinjalakuda has a total population of 956, including 502 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Hinjalakuda?
There are 178 households in Hinjalakuda.
What is the literacy rate in Hinjalakuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hinjalakuda is 49.16%. Male literacy is 61.75% and female literacy is 35.24%.