Michhagaon - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Michhagaon is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Asttagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Michhagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Michhagaon is 423711. The village covers a total geographical area of 468 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Michhagaon 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 Michhagaon
As per Census 2011, Michhagaon village has a total population of 2,500 people, consisting of 1,209 males and 1,291 females. The village has 593 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 352 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,116 literate and 1,384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Michhagaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,500 | 1,209 | 1,291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 162 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 336 | 166 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,116 | 691 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,384 | 518 | 866 |
Nearby Villages of Michhagaon
Michhagaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baghadungri | South | 1.64 km |
| Atigaon | North | 1.83 km |
| Masigaon | East | 2.38 km |
| Bhaunriguda | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Bhejipadar | South | 2.68 km |
| Talamala | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Kandulguda | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Kelia | West | 3.14 km |
| Kuruguda | East | 3.36 km |
| Gangapur | South-West | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Michhagaon
Michhagaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Michhagaon is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Michhagaon is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Michhagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Michhagaon 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 Michhagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Michhagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Michhagaon
Where is Michhagaon located?
Michhagaon village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Michhagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Michhagaon is Asttagaon.
What is the pincode of Michhagaon?
The pincode of Michhagaon is 766014.
What is the population of Michhagaon?
Michhagaon has a total population of 2,500, including 1,209 males and 1,291 females.
How many households are there in Michhagaon?
There are 593 households in Michhagaon.
What is the literacy rate in Michhagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Michhagaon is 44.64%. Male literacy is 57.15% and female literacy is 32.92%.