Mahisamunda - Bhograi, Balasore
Mahisamunda is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Bhograi and around 85 km from Baleshwar. Gopinathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahisamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahisamunda is 391740. The village covers a total geographical area of 23 hectares and falls under the 756039 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 40 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 Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahisamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Mahisamunda village had a total population of 152 people, including 81 males and 71 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.62%, with male literacy at 97.22% and female literacy at 93.85%.
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 | 152 | 81 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 11 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Mahisamunda
Mahisamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tengramari | South | 0.83 km |
| Sunadharbasan | West | 0.89 km |
| Chak-kanhupur | North | 0.99 km |
| Kathakata | South | 1.41 km |
| Kanhupur | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Jairampur | South-East | 1.48 km |
| Gopinathpur | North-East | 1.55 km |
| Kakuribandha | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Pithapur | West | 2.28 km |
| Palusia | North-East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahisamunda
Mahisamunda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Digha Flag Station, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 107.6 km.
| 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 Jaleswar to Mahisamunda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mahisamunda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahisamunda
Where is Mahisamunda located?
Mahisamunda village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahisamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahisamunda is Gopinathpur.
What is the pincode of Mahisamunda?
The pincode of Mahisamunda is 756039.
What is the population of Mahisamunda?
Mahisamunda had a total population of 152, including 81 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Mahisamunda?
Mahisamunda had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahisamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahisamunda was 95.62%. Male literacy was 97.22% and female literacy was 93.85%.