Harishchandrapur - Shamakhunta, Mayurbhanj

Harishchandrapur is a village situated in the Shamakhunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Baripada Sadar and around 5 km from Baripada. Paikabasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harishchandrapur village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Harishchandrapur is 389135. The village covers a total geographical area of 112 hectares and falls under the 757049 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.

Harishchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bangriposi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Harishchandrapur

According to the 2011 Census, Harishchandrapur village had a total population of 628 people, including 286 males and 342 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,196 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.97%, with male literacy at 85.11% and female literacy at 75.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 229.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Harishchandrapur

Harishchandrapur 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Harishchandrapur

Public transport in the Harishchandrapur is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Baripada, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.2 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Harishchandrapur is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Harishchandrapur is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Harishchandrapur

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harishchandrapur village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Harishchandrapur

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harishchandrapur village are given below:

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