Mahulapada - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Mahulapada is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bada-dumula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahulapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahulapada is 412847. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 761007 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mahulapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahulapada
As per Census 2011, Mahulapada village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 110 males and 98 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahulapada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 110 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 109 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 85 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 25 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Mahulapada
Mahulapada 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 Mahulapada
Mahulapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Digapahandi to Mahulapada is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Mahulapada is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahulapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahulapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahulapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahulapada 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 Mahulapada
Where is Mahulapada located?
Mahulapada village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahulapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahulapada is Bada-dumula.
What is the pincode of Mahulapada?
The pincode of Mahulapada is 761007.
What is the population of Mahulapada?
Mahulapada has a total population of 208, including 110 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Mahulapada?
There are 62 households in Mahulapada.
What is the literacy rate in Mahulapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahulapada is 42.79%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 4.08%.