Mahaganda - Mohana, Gajapati
Mahaganda is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohana and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Govindapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahaganda is 413729. The village covers a total geographical area of 68 hectares and falls under the 761015 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Mahaganda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahaganda
According to the 2011 Census, Mahaganda village had a total population of 118 people, including 56 males and 62 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,107 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.78%, with male literacy at 39.13% and female literacy at 7.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 56 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 18 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 38 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Mahaganda
Mahaganda 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 Mahaganda
Mahaganda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mahaganda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Mahaganda is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Mahaganda is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahaganda 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 Mahaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahaganda 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 Mahaganda
Where is Mahaganda located?
Mahaganda village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahaganda is Govindapur.
What is the pincode of Mahaganda?
The pincode of Mahaganda is 761015.
What is the population of Mahaganda?
Mahaganda had a total population of 118, including 56 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Mahaganda?
Mahaganda had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahaganda was 21.78%. Male literacy was 39.13% and female literacy was 7.27%.