Mauda - Mahanga, Cuttack
Mauda is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Mouda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mauda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mauda is 399551. The village covers a total geographical area of 367 hectares and falls under the 754290 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Mauda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mauda
As per Census 2011, Mauda village has a total population of 3,442 people, consisting of 1,772 males and 1,670 females. The village has 774 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 308 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,559 literate and 883 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mauda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,442 | 1,772 | 1,670 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 308 | 163 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 285 | 263 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 2,559 | 1,432 | 1,127 |
| Illiterate Population | 883 | 340 | 543 |
Nearby Villages of Mauda
Mauda 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 Mauda
Mauda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cuttack to Mauda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mauda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mauda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mauda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mauda 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 Mauda
Where is Mauda located?
Mauda village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mauda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mauda is Mouda.
What is the pincode of Mauda?
The pincode of Mauda is 754290.
What is the population of Mauda?
Mauda has a total population of 3,442, including 1,772 males and 1,670 females.
How many households are there in Mauda?
There are 774 households in Mauda.
What is the literacy rate in Mauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mauda is 74.35%. Male literacy is 80.81% and female literacy is 67.49%.