Halpur - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Halpur is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 145 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Ghosda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Halpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halpur is 388811. The village covers a total geographical area of 365 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Halpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halpur
According to the 2011 Census, Halpur village had a total population of 770 people, including 394 males and 376 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.79%, with male literacy at 77.91% and female literacy at 53.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 644.
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 | 770 | 394 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 68 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 644 | 326 | 318 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 254 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 343 | 140 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Halpur
Halpur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pratapjadunathpur Sashan (indupur) | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Ghosda | South | 1.93 km |
| Birajadunathpurshasan | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Panideuli | North | 2.44 km |
| Kankada | West | 2.57 km |
| Kusunpur | East | 2.82 km |
| Budhimara | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Nuagaon | West | 3.04 km |
| Tentalapasi | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Dhakata | South | 3.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Halpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Halpur. The nearest railway station is Kendujhargarh, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Halpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Halpur is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halpur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Halpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halpur
Where is Halpur located?
Halpur village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Halpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Halpur is Ghosda.
What is the pincode of Halpur?
The pincode of Halpur is 757037.
What is the population of Halpur?
Halpur had a total population of 770, including 394 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Halpur?
Halpur had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Halpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halpur was 65.79%. Male literacy was 77.91% and female literacy was 53.56%.