Harischandrapur - Koida, Sundargarh
Harischandrapur is a village situated in the Koida tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koida and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Koira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Harischandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harischandrapur is 384757. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 770048 pincode. Barbil is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Harischandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harischandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Harischandrapur village had a total population of 944 people, including 481 males and 463 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.77%, with male literacy at 64.81% and female literacy at 44.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 607.
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 | 944 | 481 | 463 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 103 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 97 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 607 | 303 | 304 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 245 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 531 | 236 | 295 |
Nearby Villages of Harischandrapur
Harischandrapur 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 Harischandrapur
Public transport in the Harischandrapur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barbil to Harischandrapur is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Harischandrapur is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harischandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harischandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Harischandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harischandrapur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Harischandrapur
Where is Harischandrapur located?
Harischandrapur village is located in Koida Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Harischandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Harischandrapur is Koira.
What is the pincode of Harischandrapur?
The pincode of Harischandrapur is 770048.
What is the population of Harischandrapur?
Harischandrapur had a total population of 944, including 481 males and 463 females.
How many households are there in Harischandrapur?
Harischandrapur had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harischandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harischandrapur was 54.77%. Male literacy was 64.81% and female literacy was 44.68%.