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
According to the 2011 Census, Haripur village had a total population of 225 people, including 112 males and 113 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 11.90%, with male literacy at 18.39% and female literacy at 4.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 220.
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 | 225 | 112 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 25 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 225, including 112 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Haripur?
Haripur had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripur was 11.90%. Male literacy was 18.39% and female literacy was 4.94%.