Mahisiakada - Gandia, Dhenkanal
Mahisiakada is a village situated in the Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gandia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Sorisiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahisiakada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahisiakada is 402753. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 759016 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mahisiakada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhenkanal Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Mahisiakada
According to the 2011 Census, Mahisiakada village had a total population of 403 people, including 209 males and 194 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.22%, with male literacy at 79.10% and female literacy at 46.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 403 | 209 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 135 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 140 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 69 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Mahisiakada
Mahisiakada 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 Mahisiakada
Mahisiakada 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Mahisiakada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahisiakada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahisiakada 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 Mahisiakada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahisiakada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahisiakada
Where is Mahisiakada located?
Mahisiakada village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahisiakada?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahisiakada is Sorisiapada.
What is the pincode of Mahisiakada?
The pincode of Mahisiakada is 759016.
What is the population of Mahisiakada?
Mahisiakada had a total population of 403, including 209 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Mahisiakada?
Mahisiakada had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahisiakada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahisiakada was 63.22%. Male literacy was 79.10% and female literacy was 46.78%.