Hinjerkela - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Hinjerkela is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Mahulpalli and around 113 km from Sambalpur. Salebhadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hinjerkela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hinjerkela is 381467. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 768227 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Hinjerkela 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 Hinjerkela
According to the 2011 Census, Hinjerkela village had a total population of 161 people, including 70 males and 91 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.57%, with male literacy at 60.32% and female literacy at 38.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 161 | 70 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 54 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 32 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Hinjerkela
Hinjerkela 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 Hinjerkela
Hinjerkela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Hinjerkela is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Hinjerkela is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hinjerkela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hinjerkela 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 Hinjerkela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hinjerkela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Hinjerkela
Where is Hinjerkela located?
Hinjerkela village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hinjerkela?
The Gram Panchayat of Hinjerkela is Salebhadi.
What is the pincode of Hinjerkela?
The pincode of Hinjerkela is 768227.
What is the population of Hinjerkela?
Hinjerkela had a total population of 161, including 70 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Hinjerkela?
Hinjerkela had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hinjerkela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hinjerkela was 48.57%. Male literacy was 60.32% and female literacy was 38.96%.