Mahisasuri - Soro, Balasore
Mahisasuri is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Soro and around 40 km from Baleshwar. Kesharipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahisasuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahisasuri is 393703. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 756045 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mahisasuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Soro Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahisasuri
According to the 2011 Census, Mahisasuri village had a total population of 282 people, including 149 males and 133 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.75%, with male literacy at 92.37% and female literacy at 82.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 282 | 149 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 222 | 121 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 28 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Mahisasuri
Mahisasuri 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 Mahisasuri
Mahisasuri 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 Mahisasuri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mahisasuri is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mahisasuri is about 40 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 Mahisasuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahisasuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahisasuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahisasuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahisasuri
Where is Mahisasuri located?
Mahisasuri village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahisasuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahisasuri is Kesharipur.
What is the pincode of Mahisasuri?
The pincode of Mahisasuri is 756045.
What is the population of Mahisasuri?
Mahisasuri had a total population of 282, including 149 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Mahisasuri?
Mahisasuri had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahisasuri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahisasuri was 87.75%. Male literacy was 92.37% and female literacy was 82.79%.