Handiapada - Nimapada, Puri
Handiapada is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Tulasipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Handiapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Handiapada is 408991. The village covers a total geographical area of 22 hectares and falls under the 752113 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Handiapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Handiapada
According to the 2011 Census, Handiapada village had a total population of 159 people, including 80 males and 79 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.48%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 159 | 80 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 20 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Handiapada
Handiapada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tulasipur | South-East | 0.90 km |
| Sudhabarimul | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Ratanpur | North-West | 1.31 km |
| Agarkothabada | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Orapata | West | 1.66 km |
| Chhabatia | East | 1.68 km |
| Srikoili | South | 1.93 km |
| Dandikera | South-West | 1.93 km |
| Padhansahi | North | 1.96 km |
| Lankapada | South-West | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Handiapada
Handiapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bir Purushottampur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.0 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 Nimapada to Handiapada is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Handiapada is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Handiapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Handiapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Handiapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Handiapada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Handiapada
Where is Handiapada located?
Handiapada village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Handiapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Handiapada is Tulasipur.
What is the pincode of Handiapada?
The pincode of Handiapada is 752113.
What is the population of Handiapada?
Handiapada had a total population of 159, including 80 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Handiapada?
Handiapada had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Handiapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Handiapada was 72.48%. Male literacy was 77.92% and female literacy was 66.67%.