Halai - Nandapur, Koraput
Halai is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Nandaka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halai is 429939. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Halai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halai
As per Census 2011, Halai village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 61 males and 65 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 29 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 46 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Halai
Halai 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 Halai
Public transport in the Halai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sunabeda to Halai is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Halai 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 Halai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Halai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Halai
Where is Halai located?
Halai village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halai?
The Gram Panchayat of Halai is Nandaka.
What is the pincode of Halai?
The pincode of Halai is 764037.
What is the population of Halai?
Halai has a total population of 126, including 61 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Halai?
There are 29 households in Halai.
What is the literacy rate in Halai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halai is 23.02%. Male literacy is 24.59% and female literacy is 21.54%.