Mainabad - Simulia, Balasore
Mainabad is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Similia and around 56 km from Baleshwar. Bari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mainabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mainabad is 394219. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mainabad 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 Mainabad
According to the 2011 Census, Mainabad village had a total population of 123 people, including 63 males and 60 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.81%, with male literacy at 92.98% and female literacy at 86.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 10 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Mainabad
Mainabad 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 Mainabad
Mainabad 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 Mainabad.
| 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 Bhadrak to Mainabad is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mainabad is about 56 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 Mainabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mainabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mainabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mainabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mainabad
Where is Mainabad located?
Mainabad village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mainabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Mainabad is Bari.
What is the pincode of Mainabad?
The pincode of Mainabad is 756134.
What is the population of Mainabad?
Mainabad had a total population of 123, including 63 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Mainabad?
Mainabad had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mainabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mainabad was 89.81%. Male literacy was 92.98% and female literacy was 86.27%.