Harapur - Jatani, Khordha
Harapur is a village situated in the Jatani tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jatani and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Chhatabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harapur is 407794. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 752050 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Harapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jatani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhubaneswar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harapur
According to the 2011 Census, Harapur village had a total population of 365 people, including 188 males and 177 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.01%, with male literacy at 82.84% and female literacy at 62.42%.
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 | 365 | 188 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 140 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 48 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Harapur
Harapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandiheta | South | 0.67 km |
| Chaitanyaprasad | North | 0.82 km |
| Gadajagasora | East | 0.86 km |
| Harekrushnapur | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Janla | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Arisol | West | 1.38 km |
| Durgapur | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Madanpur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Gaudakashipur | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Alakar | South-West | 1.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harapur
Harapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Retang, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Harapur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Harapur is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harapur
Where is Harapur located?
Harapur village is located in Jatani Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harapur is Chhatabara.
What is the pincode of Harapur?
The pincode of Harapur is 752050.
What is the population of Harapur?
Harapur had a total population of 365, including 188 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Harapur?
Harapur had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harapur was 73.01%. Male literacy was 82.84% and female literacy was 62.42%.