Michasola - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Michasola is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Taljaring serves as the Gram Panchayat for Michasola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Michasola is 423763. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 766002 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Michasola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Michasola
As per Census 2011, Michasola village has a total population of 254 people, consisting of 126 males and 128 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Michasola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 254 | 126 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 20 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 73 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 53 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Michasola
Michasola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunjuguda | North | 0.85 km |
| Suruguda | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Rangiguda | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Badafunda | East | 1.79 km |
| Ghantabahali | North | 2.05 km |
| Talajaring | North-West | 2.34 km |
| Gobara | North-East | 2.93 km |
| Kapsara | East | 3.41 km |
| Kutru Khamar | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Labanipur | North | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Michasola
Michasola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Michasola is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Michasola is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Michasola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Michasola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Michasola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Michasola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Michasola
Where is Michasola located?
Michasola village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Michasola?
The Gram Panchayat of Michasola is Taljaring.
What is the pincode of Michasola?
The pincode of Michasola is 766002.
What is the population of Michasola?
Michasola has a total population of 254, including 126 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Michasola?
There are 65 households in Michasola.
What is the literacy rate in Michasola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Michasola is 40.16%. Male literacy is 57.94% and female literacy is 22.66%.