Hirisoda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Hirisoda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Thuapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hirisoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hirisoda is 425195. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Hirisoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hirisoda
As per Census 2011, Hirisoda village has a total population of 184 people, consisting of 98 males and 86 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hirisoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 98 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 146 | 78 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 64 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 34 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Hirisoda
Hirisoda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hirisoda
Hirisoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Hirisoda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Hirisoda is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Hirisoda 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 Hirisoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hirisoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hirisoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hirisoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hirisoda
Where is Hirisoda located?
Hirisoda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hirisoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Hirisoda is Thuapada.
What is the pincode of Hirisoda?
The pincode of Hirisoda is 765019.
What is the population of Hirisoda?
Hirisoda has a total population of 184, including 98 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Hirisoda?
There are 42 households in Hirisoda.
What is the literacy rate in Hirisoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hirisoda is 48.37%. Male literacy is 65.31% and female literacy is 29.07%.