Mituani - Khaira, Balasore
Mituani is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Khaira and around 57 km from Baleshwar. Sarugan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mituani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mituani is 393415. The village covers a total geographical area of 223 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Mituani 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 Mituani
As per Census 2011, Mituani village has a total population of 1,192 people, consisting of 571 males and 621 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 867 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mituani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,192 | 571 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 867 | 450 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 121 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Mituani
Mituani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nuaganbada | North | 1.07 km |
| Kakudia | South-East | 1.20 km |
| Sarkona | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Tilada | East | 1.38 km |
| Natapada | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Dokantakhaira | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Kendubhadali | West | 1.75 km |
| Chandratikara | North | 1.98 km |
| Gandhali | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Jianipada | South | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mituani
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Mituani. The nearest railway station is Markona, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Mituani is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mituani is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mituani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mituani 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 Mituani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mituani 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 Mituani
Where is Mituani located?
Mituani village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mituani?
The Gram Panchayat of Mituani is Sarugan.
What is the pincode of Mituani?
The pincode of Mituani is 756048.
What is the population of Mituani?
Mituani has a total population of 1,192, including 571 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Mituani?
There are 268 households in Mituani.
What is the literacy rate in Mituani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mituani is 72.73%. Male literacy is 78.81% and female literacy is 67.15%.