Mulakaeda - Soro, Balasore
Mulakaeda is a village situated in the Soro tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Soro and around 50 km from Baleshwar. Antapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mulakaeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mulakaeda is 394013. The village covers a total geographical area of 158 hectares and falls under the 756046 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mulakaeda 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 Mulakaeda
As per Census 2011, Mulakaeda village has a total population of 1,289 people, consisting of 652 males and 637 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 846 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 469 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mulakaeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,289 | 652 | 637 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 232 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 846 | 475 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 177 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Mulakaeda
Mulakaeda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parsurampur | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Anantapur | North-East | 1.27 km |
| Aharpur | South | 1.34 km |
| Solagan | South-West | 1.45 km |
| Radhamohanpur | East | 2.03 km |
| Pakhar | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Tentei | West | 2.16 km |
| Ainri | North | 2.60 km |
| Chittol | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Jagannathpur | East | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mulakaeda
Public transport in the Mulakaeda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Soro, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 115.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Mulakaeda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mulakaeda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mulakaeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mulakaeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mulakaeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mulakaeda 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mulakaeda
Where is Mulakaeda located?
Mulakaeda village is located in Soro Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mulakaeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mulakaeda is Antapur.
What is the pincode of Mulakaeda?
The pincode of Mulakaeda is 756046.
What is the population of Mulakaeda?
Mulakaeda has a total population of 1,289, including 652 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Mulakaeda?
There are 328 households in Mulakaeda.
What is the literacy rate in Mulakaeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mulakaeda is 65.63%. Male literacy is 72.85% and female literacy is 58.24%.