Haldikunchi - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Haldikunchi is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kudheikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haldikunchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haldikunchi is 384894. The village covers a total geographical area of 281 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Haldikunchi 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 Haldikunchi
According to the 2011 Census, Haldikunchi village had a total population of 169 people, including 83 males and 86 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.92%, with male literacy at 53.52% and female literacy at 44.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 169 | 83 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 75 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 45 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Haldikunchi
Haldikunchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankundeikela | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Hatibahal | South | 1.70 km |
| Dalamkucha | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Kudeikela | West | 2.14 km |
| Ganighasa | North | 2.23 km |
| Guhaldihi | North-West | 2.27 km |
| Sanhatibahal | South | 2.55 km |
| Bileipada | West | 2.74 km |
| Ghatital | North | 2.86 km |
| Nischintipur | South-West | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haldikunchi
Haldikunchi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Haldikunchi is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Haldikunchi is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haldikunchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haldikunchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Haldikunchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haldikunchi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haldikunchi
Where is Haldikunchi located?
Haldikunchi village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haldikunchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Haldikunchi is Kudheikela.
What is the pincode of Haldikunchi?
The pincode of Haldikunchi is 770040.
What is the population of Haldikunchi?
Haldikunchi had a total population of 169, including 83 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Haldikunchi?
Haldikunchi had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haldikunchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haldikunchi was 48.92%. Male literacy was 53.52% and female literacy was 44.12%.