Mahapada
Mahapada is a village located in Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gandia (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kaluria is the gram panchayat of Mahapada village.
Here you can discover what makes Mahapada unique in its vibrant Gandia-Dhenkanal region. You’ll see Mahapada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mahapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahapada is 402696. The village spans a total geographical area of 399 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 759014. Dhenkanal is nearest town to Mahapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Mahapada
Population of Mahapada
According to the 2011 Census, Mahapada has a total population of about 1,362, with approximately 703 males and 659 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 170 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 238 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.31%, with male literacy at about 68.42% and female literacy near 53.72%. There are around 321 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahapada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,362 | 703 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 88 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 238 | 129 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 835 | 481 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 527 | 222 | 305 |
Connectivity of Mahapada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahapada. As per the 2011 stats, Mahapada had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahapada
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahapada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahapada
- Where is Mahapada located?
- Mahapada village is situated in Gandia Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahapada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahapada is Kaluria (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahapada?
- The pincode of Mahapada is 759014, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahapada is 1,362, with 703 males and 659 females.
- How many households are there in Mahapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahapada village has a total of 321 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahapada is 61.31%. The male literacy rate is 68.42%, while the female literacy rate is 53.72%.