Mahisamunda - Baliapal, Balasore
Mahisamunda is a village situated in the Baliapal tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Baliapal and around 62 km from Baleshwar. Nuagan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahisamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahisamunda is 392127. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Mahisamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahisamunda
As per Census 2011, Mahisamunda village has a total population of 297 people, consisting of 148 males and 149 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahisamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 297 | 148 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 127 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 21 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Mahisamunda
Mahisamunda 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 Mahisamunda
Public transport in the Mahisamunda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Mahisamunda is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mahisamunda is about 62 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 Mahisamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahisamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahisamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahisamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahisamunda
Where is Mahisamunda located?
Mahisamunda village is located in Baliapal Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahisamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahisamunda is Nuagan.
What is the pincode of Mahisamunda?
The pincode of Mahisamunda is 756023.
What is the population of Mahisamunda?
Mahisamunda has a total population of 297, including 148 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Mahisamunda?
There are 64 households in Mahisamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Mahisamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahisamunda is 77.10%. Male literacy is 85.81% and female literacy is 68.46%.