Habalaganda - Rajkanika, Kendrapara
Habalaganda is a village situated in the Rajkanika tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajkanika and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Parinupada-habalagand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Habalaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Habalaganda is 395711. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 754219 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Habalaganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Habalaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Habalaganda village had a total population of 1,364 people, including 603 males and 761 females, living in 352 households. The sex ratio was 1,262 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.93%, with male literacy at 81.99% and female literacy at 76.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 371.
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 | 1,364 | 603 | 761 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 81 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 175 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 959 | 428 | 531 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 175 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Habalaganda
Habalaganda 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 Habalaganda
Habalaganda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Habalaganda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Habalaganda is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Habalaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Habalaganda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Habalaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Habalaganda 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 Habalaganda
Where is Habalaganda located?
Habalaganda village is located in Rajkanika Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Habalaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Habalaganda is Parinupada-habalagand.
What is the pincode of Habalaganda?
The pincode of Habalaganda is 754219.
What is the population of Habalaganda?
Habalaganda had a total population of 1,364, including 603 males and 761 females.
How many households are there in Habalaganda?
Habalaganda had 352 households.
What is the literacy rate in Habalaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Habalaganda was 78.93%. Male literacy was 81.99% and female literacy was 76.62%.