Haripur - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Haripur is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 81 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Gunthawada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripur is 430658. The village covers a total geographical area of 238 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Haripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripur
As per Census 2011, Haripur village has a total population of 225 people, consisting of 112 males and 113 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 20 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 220 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 112 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 220 | 107 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 16 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 96 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Haripur
Haripur 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 Haripur
Haripur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Haripur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Haripur is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripur 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 Haripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haripur 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haripur
Where is Haripur located?
Haripur village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripur is Gunthawada.
What is the pincode of Haripur?
The pincode of Haripur is 764052.
What is the population of Haripur?
Haripur has a total population of 225, including 112 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
There are 49 households in Haripur.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur is 8.89%. Male literacy is 14.29% and female literacy is 3.54%.