Hillblock - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Hillblock is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Bhuasuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hillblock village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hillblock is 389642. The village covers a total geographical area of 432 hectares and falls under the 757092 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Hillblock village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hillblock
According to the 2011 Census, Hillblock village had a total population of 94 people, including 49 males and 45 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.25%, with male literacy at 67.44% and female literacy at 21.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 29 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 20 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Hillblock
Hillblock 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 Hillblock
Public transport in the Hillblock is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Baripada to Hillblock is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Hillblock is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hillblock
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hillblock 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 Hillblock
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hillblock 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hillblock
Where is Hillblock located?
Hillblock village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hillblock?
The Gram Panchayat of Hillblock is Bhuasuni.
What is the pincode of Hillblock?
The pincode of Hillblock is 757092.
What is the population of Hillblock?
Hillblock had a total population of 94, including 49 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Hillblock?
Hillblock had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hillblock?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hillblock was 46.25%. Male literacy was 67.44% and female literacy was 21.62%.