Haripada - Bamara, Sambalpur
Haripada is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Govindpur and around 130 km from Sambalpur. Govindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haripada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haripada is 381339. The village covers a total geographical area of 612 hectares and falls under the 768221 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Haripada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haripada
According to the 2011 Census, Haripada village had a total population of 931 people, including 474 males and 457 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.10%, with male literacy at 71.32% and female literacy at 56.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 845.
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 | 931 | 474 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 845 | 431 | 414 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 291 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 183 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Haripada
Haripada 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 Haripada
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Haripada. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Haripada.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sundargarh to Haripada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Haripada is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haripada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Haripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haripada 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 Haripada
Where is Haripada located?
Haripada village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haripada?
The Gram Panchayat of Haripada is Govindapur.
What is the pincode of Haripada?
The pincode of Haripada is 768221.
What is the population of Haripada?
Haripada had a total population of 931, including 474 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Haripada?
Haripada had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haripada was 64.10%. Male literacy was 71.32% and female literacy was 56.68%.