Mahupal - Barkot, Deogarh
Mahupal is a village situated in the Barkot tehsil of Deogarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from Barkot and around 50 km from Debagarh. Kadopada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahupal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahupal is 382844. The village covers a total geographical area of 80 hectares and falls under the 768110 pincode. Debagarh is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Mahupal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deogarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahupal
According to the 2011 Census, Mahupal village had a total population of 82 people, including 42 males and 40 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.40%, with male literacy at 29.41% and female literacy at 9.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 32 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Mahupal
Mahupal 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 Mahupal
Mahupal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Debagarh to Mahupal is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Debagarh to Mahupal 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 Mahupal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahupal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahupal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahupal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahupal
Where is Mahupal located?
Mahupal village is located in Barkot Tehsil, Deogarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahupal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahupal is Kadopada.
What is the pincode of Mahupal?
The pincode of Mahupal is 768110.
What is the population of Mahupal?
Mahupal had a total population of 82, including 42 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Mahupal?
Mahupal had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahupal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahupal was 19.40%. Male literacy was 29.41% and female literacy was 9.09%.