Mahisagadia - Bhandari Pokhari, Bhadrak
Mahisagadia is a village situated in the Bhandari Pokhari tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhandari Pokhari and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Malada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahisagadia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahisagadia is 394571. The village covers a total geographical area of 25 hectares and falls under the 756120 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mahisagadia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhandaripokhari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahisagadia
According to the 2011 Census, Mahisagadia village had a total population of 27 people, including 12 males and 15 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 91.67% and female literacy at 64.29%.
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 | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 1 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Mahisagadia
Mahisagadia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jangaria (janagadia) | South-East | 0.78 km |
| Napanga | East | 0.82 km |
| Angargadia | South-West | 0.85 km |
| Bankamuhan | North | 0.96 km |
| Nando | West | 1.21 km |
| Panasa | South-West | 1.62 km |
| Raghunathpur | South | 1.63 km |
| Sanabankamuhan | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Korkara | West | 1.69 km |
| Badanapanga | North-East | 1.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahisagadia
Mahisagadia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manjuri Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhadrak to Mahisagadia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Mahisagadia is about 30 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 Mahisagadia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahisagadia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahisagadia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahisagadia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahisagadia
Where is Mahisagadia located?
Mahisagadia village is located in Bhandari Pokhari Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahisagadia?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahisagadia is Malada.
What is the pincode of Mahisagadia?
The pincode of Mahisagadia is 756120.
What is the population of Mahisagadia?
Mahisagadia had a total population of 27, including 12 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Mahisagadia?
Mahisagadia had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahisagadia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahisagadia was 76.92%. Male literacy was 91.67% and female literacy was 64.29%.