Haripura - Gania, Nayagarh
Haripura is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Chhamundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripura is 405326. The village covers a total geographical area of 155 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Haripura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripura
As per Census 2011, Haripura village has a total population of 554 people, consisting of 260 males and 294 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 366 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haripura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 260 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 35 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 202 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 58 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Haripura
Haripura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barapalli | South-East | 1.06 km |
| Chhamundia | North | 1.54 km |
| Ranikhol | South | 1.76 km |
| Kanipokhari | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Iswarapur | East | 2.26 km |
| Mahanapada | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Kandhazilinda | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Rajingi | South | 2.81 km |
| Bentapada | East | 3.15 km |
| Mahukana | South-East | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haripura
Haripura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kerejanga, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.2 km.
| 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 Khandapada to Haripura is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Haripura is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haripura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haripura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haripura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haripura
Where is Haripura located?
Haripura village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripura?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripura is Chhamundia.
What is the pincode of Haripura?
The pincode of Haripura is 752085.
What is the population of Haripura?
Haripura has a total population of 554, including 260 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Haripura?
There are 135 households in Haripura.
What is the literacy rate in Haripura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripura is 66.06%. Male literacy is 77.69% and female literacy is 55.78%.