Mahinsamunda - Khaira, Balasore
Mahinsamunda is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Khaira and around 52 km from Baleshwar. Shyamsundarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahinsamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahinsamunda is 393554. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Mahinsamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahinsamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Mahinsamunda village had a total population of 332 people, including 151 males and 181 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 1,199 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.34%, with male literacy at 84.25% and female literacy at 59.51%.
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 | 332 | 151 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 44 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Mahinsamunda
Mahinsamunda 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 Mahinsamunda
Mahinsamunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahinsamunda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Soro to Mahinsamunda is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mahinsamunda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahinsamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahinsamunda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahinsamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahinsamunda 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahinsamunda
Where is Mahinsamunda located?
Mahinsamunda village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahinsamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahinsamunda is Shyamsundarpur.
What is the pincode of Mahinsamunda?
The pincode of Mahinsamunda is 756047.
What is the population of Mahinsamunda?
Mahinsamunda had a total population of 332, including 151 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Mahinsamunda?
Mahinsamunda had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahinsamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahinsamunda was 70.34%. Male literacy was 84.25% and female literacy was 59.51%.