Mahamadabad - Remuna, Balasore
Mahamadabad is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 26 km from Baleshwar. Srijang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahamadabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahamadabad is 392876. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 756044 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mahamadabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahamadabad
According to the 2011 Census, Mahamadabad village had a total population of 1,169 people, including 607 males and 562 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.83%, with male literacy at 71.62% and female literacy at 61.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 527.
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 | 1,169 | 607 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 258 | 269 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 683 | 381 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 226 | 260 |
Nearby Villages of Mahamadabad
Mahamadabad 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 Mahamadabad
Mahamadabad 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 Mahamadabad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Mahamadabad is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mahamadabad is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahamadabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahamadabad 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 Mahamadabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahamadabad 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 Mahamadabad
Where is Mahamadabad located?
Mahamadabad village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahamadabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahamadabad is Srijang.
What is the pincode of Mahamadabad?
The pincode of Mahamadabad is 756044.
What is the population of Mahamadabad?
Mahamadabad had a total population of 1,169, including 607 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Mahamadabad?
Mahamadabad had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahamadabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahamadabad was 66.83%. Male literacy was 71.62% and female literacy was 61.63%.