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
According to the 2011 Census, Halai village had a total population of 126 people, including 61 males and 65 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.88%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 23.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 16 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 126, including 61 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Halai?
Halai had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halai was 27.88%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 23.73%.