Mahaberna - Bijepur, Bargarh
Mahaberna is a village situated in the Bijepur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijepur and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Ganthiapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahaberna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahaberna is 380418. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 768032 pincode. Barpali is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mahaberna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahaberna
According to the 2011 Census, Mahaberna village had a total population of 359 people, including 188 males and 171 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.80%, with male literacy at 78.11% and female literacy at 46.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 359 | 188 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 132 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 56 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Mahaberna
Mahaberna 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 Mahaberna
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mahaberna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpali to Mahaberna is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Mahaberna is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahaberna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahaberna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahaberna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahaberna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahaberna
Where is Mahaberna located?
Mahaberna village is located in Bijepur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahaberna?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahaberna is Ganthiapali.
What is the pincode of Mahaberna?
The pincode of Mahaberna is 768032.
What is the population of Mahaberna?
Mahaberna had a total population of 359, including 188 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Mahaberna?
Mahaberna had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahaberna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahaberna was 62.80%. Male literacy was 78.11% and female literacy was 46.54%.