Maitapur - Khaira, Balasore
Maitapur is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Khaira and around 46 km from Baleshwar. Sundiragandibed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maitapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maitapur is 393542. The village covers a total geographical area of 13 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Maitapur 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 Maitapur
According to the 2011 Census, Maitapur village had a total population of 125 people, including 51 males and 74 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,451 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.68%, with male literacy at 97.50% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 125 | 51 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 39 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 12 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Maitapur
Maitapur 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 Maitapur
Maitapur 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 >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 Soro to Maitapur is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Maitapur is about 46 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 Maitapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maitapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Maitapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maitapur 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 Maitapur
Where is Maitapur located?
Maitapur village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maitapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maitapur is Sundiragandibed.
What is the pincode of Maitapur?
The pincode of Maitapur is 756048.
What is the population of Maitapur?
Maitapur had a total population of 125, including 51 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Maitapur?
Maitapur had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maitapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maitapur was 88.68%. Male literacy was 97.50% and female literacy was 83.33%.