Madhupurakandagan - Basta, Balasore
Madhupurakandagan is a village situated in the Basta tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Singla and around 44 km from Baleshwar. Raghunathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhupurakandagan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhupurakandagan is 392158. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 756023 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Madhupurakandagan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Madhupurakandagan
As per Census 2011, Madhupurakandagan village has a total population of 329 people, consisting of 169 males and 160 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 188 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 248 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Madhupurakandagan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 329 | 169 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 130 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 92 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 77 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Madhupurakandagan
Madhupurakandagan 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 Madhupurakandagan
Public transport in the Madhupurakandagan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Madhupurakandagan.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Madhupurakandagan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Madhupurakandagan is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Madhupurakandagan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhupurakandagan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Madhupurakandagan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Madhupurakandagan 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 Madhupurakandagan
Where is Madhupurakandagan located?
Madhupurakandagan village is located in Basta Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Madhupurakandagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhupurakandagan is Raghunathpur.
What is the pincode of Madhupurakandagan?
The pincode of Madhupurakandagan is 756023.
What is the population of Madhupurakandagan?
Madhupurakandagan has a total population of 329, including 169 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Madhupurakandagan?
There are 89 households in Madhupurakandagan.
What is the literacy rate in Madhupurakandagan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhupurakandagan is 42.86%. Male literacy is 54.44% and female literacy is 30.63%.