Maminabad - Simulia, Balasore
Maminabad is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Similia and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Ada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maminabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maminabad is 394122. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Maminabad 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 Maminabad
As per Census 2011, Maminabad village has a total population of 517 people, consisting of 263 males and 254 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 210 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maminabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 263 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 210 | 105 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 196 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 67 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Maminabad
Maminabad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatuari | North | 1.60 km |
| Ishwarpur | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Raghubindha | East | 2.17 km |
| Kusunpur | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Chandanpur | West | 2.33 km |
| Oladapur | West | 2.42 km |
| Sabanga | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Narayanpur | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Kundi | North | 2.93 km |
| Sahajapada | East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maminabad
Public transport in the Maminabad is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ranital, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 101.8 km.
| 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Maminabad is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Maminabad is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maminabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maminabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Maminabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maminabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Maminabad
Where is Maminabad located?
Maminabad village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maminabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Maminabad is Ada.
What is the pincode of Maminabad?
The pincode of Maminabad is 756134.
What is the population of Maminabad?
Maminabad has a total population of 517, including 263 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Maminabad?
There are 125 households in Maminabad.
What is the literacy rate in Maminabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maminabad is 68.86%. Male literacy is 74.52% and female literacy is 62.99%.