Harirajpur - Delanga, Puri
Harirajpur is a village situated in the Delanga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Delanga and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Harirajpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harirajpur is 408536. The village covers a total geographical area of 250 hectares and falls under the 752015 pincode. Jatani is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Harirajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harirajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Harirajpur village had a total population of 2,657 people, including 1,340 males and 1,317 females, living in 498 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.99%, with male literacy at 95.73% and female literacy at 86.21%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 399.
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 | 2,657 | 1,340 | 1,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 147 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 195 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,161 | 1,142 | 1,019 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 198 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Harirajpur
Harirajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhansara | East | 1.07 km |
| Baratarada | South | 1.70 km |
| Basumandal | East | 1.94 km |
| Owaupada | East | 2.30 km |
| Aragada | South-West | 2.34 km |
| Surangapur | South-East | 2.36 km |
| Majhibara | South | 2.45 km |
| Singhbrahmapur Paschimbar | South | 2.56 km |
| Singhaberahampur Purbabad | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Rathipur | North | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harirajpur
Harirajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Haripur Gram, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 11.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jatani to Harirajpur is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Harirajpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harirajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harirajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Harirajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harirajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Harirajpur
Where is Harirajpur located?
Harirajpur village is located in Delanga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harirajpur?
Harirajpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harirajpur?
The pincode of Harirajpur is 752015.
What is the population of Harirajpur?
Harirajpur had a total population of 2,657, including 1,340 males and 1,317 females.
How many households are there in Harirajpur?
Harirajpur had 498 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harirajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harirajpur was 90.99%. Male literacy was 95.73% and female literacy was 86.21%.