Mahima - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Mahima is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Mohima serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahima village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahima is 424045. The village covers a total geographical area of 594 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Mahima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahima
As per Census 2011, Mahima village has a total population of 2,070 people, consisting of 1,003 males and 1,067 females. The village has 532 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 991 literate and 1,079 illiterate residents. Additionally, 343 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,251 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahima are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,070 | 1,003 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 149 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 168 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,251 | 600 | 651 |
| Literate Population | 991 | 633 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,079 | 370 | 709 |
Nearby Villages of Mahima
Mahima is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mahima
Mahima is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Mahima is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Mahima is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahima village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahima 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahima
Where is Mahima located?
Mahima village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahima?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahima is Mohima.
What is the pincode of Mahima?
The pincode of Mahima is 766019.
What is the population of Mahima?
Mahima has a total population of 2,070, including 1,003 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Mahima?
There are 532 households in Mahima.
What is the literacy rate in Mahima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahima is 47.87%. Male literacy is 63.11% and female literacy is 33.55%.