Mahichala
Mahichala is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Mahichal A is the gram panchayat of Mahichala village.
Mahichala has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Mahichala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahichala is 423794. The village spans a total geographical area of 983 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766023. Junagarh is nearest town to Mahichala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Mahichala
Population of Mahichala
Below is a concise population overview of Mahichala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,584 | 1,265 | 1,319 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 181 | 162 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 217 | 269 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 223 | 237 |
Literate Population | 1,297 | 739 | 558 |
Illiterate Population | 1,287 | 526 | 761 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahichala village:
- The total population of Mahichala village is around 2,584, including approximately 1,265 males and 1,319 females, with a sex ratio of 1042 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 343 children aged 0–6 years in Mahichala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mahichala village has 486 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 460 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mahichala village is about 50.19%, with male literacy at 58.42% and female literacy at 42.30%.
- There are around 682 households in Mahichala village.
Connectivity of Mahichala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahichala. As per the 2011 stats, Mahichala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahichala
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahichala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahichala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahichala
- Where is Mahichala located?
- Mahichala village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahichala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahichala is Mahichal A (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahichala?
- The pincode of Mahichala is 766023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahichala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahichala is 2,584, with 1,265 males and 1,319 females.
- How many households are there in Mahichala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahichala village has a total of 682 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahichala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahichala is 50.19%. The male literacy rate is 58.42%, while the female literacy rate is 42.30%.