Harispur - Nimapada, Puri
Harispur is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Dhanua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harispur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harispur is 408939. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 752114 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Harispur 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 Harispur
As per Census 2011, Harispur village has a total population of 1,072 people, consisting of 564 males and 508 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 792 literate and 280 illiterate residents. Additionally, 201 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Harispur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,072 | 564 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 67 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 111 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 792 | 440 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 124 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Harispur
Harispur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garapada | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Bhuan | East | 0.85 km |
| Kuanarpur | South | 1.07 km |
| Mathasahi | North | 1.14 km |
| Renchsasan | North-West | 1.43 km |
| Dekhata | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Kusikana | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Baulapada | North | 1.89 km |
| Kanapur | East | 2.04 km |
| Bhagabatipur | South-West | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harispur
Harispur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jenapur Ph, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhubaneswar to Harispur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Harispur is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harispur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harispur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Harispur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harispur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Harispur
Where is Harispur located?
Harispur village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harispur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harispur is Dhanua.
What is the pincode of Harispur?
The pincode of Harispur is 752114.
What is the population of Harispur?
Harispur has a total population of 1,072, including 564 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Harispur?
There are 268 households in Harispur.
What is the literacy rate in Harispur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harispur is 73.88%. Male literacy is 78.01% and female literacy is 69.29%.