Mahigarh - Narsinghpur, Cuttack
Mahigarh is a village situated in the Narsinghpur tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 86 km from Narasinghpur and around 141 km from Cuttack. Basantapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahigarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahigarh is 398447. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 754032 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Mahigarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baramba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Cuttack Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahigarh
As per Census 2011, Mahigarh village has a total population of 801 people, consisting of 403 males and 398 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 640 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 192 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahigarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 801 | 403 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 93 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 640 | 326 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 77 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Mahigarh
Mahigarh 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 Mahigarh
Mahigarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Jagatsinghapur to Mahigarh is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Mahigarh is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahigarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahigarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahigarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahigarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mahigarh
Where is Mahigarh located?
Mahigarh village is located in Narsinghpur Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahigarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahigarh is Basantapur.
What is the pincode of Mahigarh?
The pincode of Mahigarh is 754032.
What is the population of Mahigarh?
Mahigarh has a total population of 801, including 403 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Mahigarh?
There are 201 households in Mahigarh.
What is the literacy rate in Mahigarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahigarh is 79.90%. Male literacy is 80.89% and female literacy is 78.89%.