Mahespur - Bhograi, Balasore
Mahespur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Bhograi and around 30 km from Baleshwar. Jaleswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahespur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahespur is 391641. The village covers a total geographical area of 26 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mahespur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahespur
According to the 2011 Census, Mahespur village had a total population of 434 people, including 233 males and 201 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 91.58% and female literacy at 78.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230.
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 | 434 | 233 | 201 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 185 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 48 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Mahespur
Mahespur 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 Mahespur
Mahespur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Jaleswar to Mahespur is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mahespur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahespur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahespur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahespur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahespur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mahespur
Where is Mahespur located?
Mahespur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahespur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahespur is Jaleswarpur.
What is the pincode of Mahespur?
The pincode of Mahespur is 756036.
What is the population of Mahespur?
Mahespur had a total population of 434, including 233 males and 201 females.
How many households are there in Mahespur?
Mahespur had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahespur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahespur was 85.37%. Male literacy was 91.58% and female literacy was 78.16%.