Mustafabad - Khaira, Balasore
Mustafabad is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from Khaira and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Jhinkiria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mustafabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mustafabad is 393669. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Mustafabad 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 Mustafabad
According to the 2011 Census, Mustafabad village had a total population of 770 people, including 383 males and 387 females, living in 200 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.92%, with male literacy at 93.86% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 770 | 383 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 41 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 321 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 62 | 139 |
Nearby Villages of Mustafabad
Mustafabad 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 Mustafabad
Mustafabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mustafabad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Mustafabad is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mustafabad is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mustafabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mustafabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mustafabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mustafabad 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 Mustafabad
Where is Mustafabad located?
Mustafabad village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mustafabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Mustafabad is Jhinkiria.
What is the pincode of Mustafabad?
The pincode of Mustafabad is 756126.
What is the population of Mustafabad?
Mustafabad had a total population of 770, including 383 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Mustafabad?
Mustafabad had 200 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mustafabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mustafabad was 83.92%. Male literacy was 93.86% and female literacy was 73.81%.