Mahespura - Remuna, Balasore
Mahespura is a village situated in the Remuna tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Baleshwar Sadar and around 12 km from Baleshwar. Chaskhand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahespura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahespura is 392656. The village covers a total geographical area of 2 hectares and falls under the 756003 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mahespura 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 Mahespura
As per Census 2011, Mahespura village has a total population of 226 people, consisting of 121 males and 105 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 70 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 194 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahespura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 226 | 121 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 19 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 78 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Mahespura
Mahespura 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 Mahespura
Mahespura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mahespura.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Baleshwar to Mahespura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mahespura is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahespura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahespura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahespura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahespura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahespura
Where is Mahespura located?
Mahespura village is located in Remuna Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahespura?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahespura is Chaskhand.
What is the pincode of Mahespura?
The pincode of Mahespura is 756003.
What is the population of Mahespura?
Mahespura has a total population of 226, including 121 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Mahespura?
There are 54 households in Mahespura.
What is the literacy rate in Mahespura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahespura is 30.97%. Male literacy is 35.54% and female literacy is 25.71%.