Harispurgarh - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Harispurgarh is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Gadaharishpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harispurgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harispurgarh is 397469. The village covers a total geographical area of 1670 hectares and falls under the 754110 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Harispurgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harispurgarh
As per Census 2011, Harispurgarh village has a total population of 4,236 people, consisting of 2,117 males and 2,119 females. The village has 945 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 596 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,934 literate and 1,302 illiterate residents. Additionally, 827 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harispurgarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,236 | 2,117 | 2,119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 596 | 299 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 827 | 397 | 430 |
| Literate Population | 2,934 | 1,620 | 1,314 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,302 | 497 | 805 |
Nearby Villages of Harispurgarh
Harispurgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garia | North | 2.65 km |
| Kusupur | South-West | 3.70 km |
| Salio | North-West | 3.96 km |
| Goda | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Asia | North | 4.54 km |
| Birakishorpur | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Aunri | North | 5.04 km |
| Tentulibelari | West | 5.11 km |
| Nadiakhia | South | 5.29 km |
| Jasapur | North-West | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harispurgarh
Harispurgarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badabandha Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.8 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 Paradip to Harispurgarh is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Harispurgarh is about 36 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 Harispurgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harispurgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Harispurgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harispurgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harispurgarh
Where is Harispurgarh located?
Harispurgarh village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harispurgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Harispurgarh is Gadaharishpur.
What is the pincode of Harispurgarh?
The pincode of Harispurgarh is 754110.
What is the population of Harispurgarh?
Harispurgarh has a total population of 4,236, including 2,117 males and 2,119 females.
How many households are there in Harispurgarh?
There are 945 households in Harispurgarh.
What is the literacy rate in Harispurgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harispurgarh is 69.26%. Male literacy is 76.52% and female literacy is 62.01%.