Mohatol - Biridi, Jagatsinghapur
Mohatol is a village situated in the Biridi tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Biridi and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Kulahaijanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohatol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohatol is 398063. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 754111 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mohatol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirtol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mohatol
As per Census 2011, Mohatol village has a total population of 566 people, consisting of 301 males and 265 females. The village has 153 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 494 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mohatol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 301 | 265 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 494 | 272 | 222 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 29 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Mohatol
Mohatol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arangabad | North-East | 0.96 km |
| Pandia | South | 1.19 km |
| Nuadhana | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Manatira | North | 1.53 km |
| Kulakaijanga | South-West | 1.68 km |
| Anantabrahmapur | South | 1.78 km |
| Batimira | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Tentulia | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Chandapur | West | 2.15 km |
| Talpatak | South-East | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mohatol
Mohatol is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badakhandita, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Mohatol is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mohatol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohatol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mohatol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohatol village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mohatol
Where is Mohatol located?
Mohatol village is located in Biridi Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mohatol?
The Gram Panchayat of Mohatol is Kulahaijanga.
What is the pincode of Mohatol?
The pincode of Mohatol is 754111.
What is the population of Mohatol?
Mohatol has a total population of 566, including 301 males and 265 females.
How many households are there in Mohatol?
There are 153 households in Mohatol.
What is the literacy rate in Mohatol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohatol is 87.28%. Male literacy is 90.37% and female literacy is 83.77%.