Mahagaon

Mahagaon is a village located in Kesinga tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Kesinga (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Deogaon is the gram panchayat of Mahagaon village.

Mahagaon 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 Mahagaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahagaon is 422317. The village spans a total geographical area of 316 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766101. Kesinga is nearest town to Mahagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mahagaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Mahagaon

Below is a concise population overview of Mahagaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 477 248 229
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 51 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 111 57 54
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 154 77 77
Literate Population 293 168 125
Illiterate Population 184 80 104

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mahagaon village:

  • The total population of Mahagaon village is around 477, including approximately 248 males and 229 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Mahagaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mahagaon village has 111 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 154 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mahagaon village is about 61.43%, with male literacy at 67.74% and female literacy at 54.59%.
  • There are around 127 households in Mahagaon village.

Connectivity of Mahagaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Mahagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mahagaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Mahagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahagaon.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mahagaon

Where is Mahagaon located?
Mahagaon village is situated in Kesinga Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahagaon is Deogaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mahagaon?
The pincode of Mahagaon is 766101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahagaon is 477, with 248 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Mahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mahagaon village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahagaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahagaon is 61.43%. The male literacy rate is 67.74%, while the female literacy rate is 54.59%.