Mahirakana - Polasara, Ganjam
Mahirakana is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Banthapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahirakana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahirakana is 411492. The village covers a total geographical area of 281 hectares and falls under the 761105 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mahirakana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahirakana
According to the 2011 Census, Mahirakana village had a total population of 6 people, including 4 males and 2 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Mahirakana
Mahirakana 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 Mahirakana
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Mahirakana is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Mahirakana is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Mahirakana
Where is Mahirakana located?
Mahirakana village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahirakana?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahirakana is Banthapalli.
What is the pincode of Mahirakana?
The pincode of Mahirakana is 761105.
What is the population of Mahirakana?
Mahirakana had a total population of 6, including 4 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Mahirakana?
Mahirakana had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahirakana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahirakana was 66.67%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.