Mahulpatna - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Mahulpatna is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Mahulpatna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahulpatna is 424467. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 766026 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Mahulpatna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahulpatna
As per Census 2011, Mahulpatna village has a total population of 1,136 people, consisting of 567 males and 569 females. The village has 292 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 468 literate and 668 illiterate residents. Additionally, 510 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 275 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahulpatna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,136 | 567 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 83 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 510 | 248 | 262 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 275 | 144 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 468 | 289 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 668 | 278 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Mahulpatna
Mahulpatna 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bad Sukuli | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Biribad | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Raealpas | South | 2.52 km |
| Talgud | North | 4.19 km |
| Talchobri | South | 4.29 km |
| Badbafala | South-East | 4.62 km |
| Uparchobari | South-West | 4.75 km |
| Ranibahal | West | 5.48 km |
| Tanginiguda | South-West | 5.55 km |
| Mahipani | North-West | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahulpatna
Mahulpatna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tikiri, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Mahulpatna is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahulpatna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahulpatna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahulpatna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahulpatna 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 Mahulpatna
Where is Mahulpatna located?
Mahulpatna village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahulpatna?
Mahulpatna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mahulpatna?
The pincode of Mahulpatna is 766026.
What is the population of Mahulpatna?
Mahulpatna has a total population of 1,136, including 567 males and 569 females.
How many households are there in Mahulpatna?
There are 292 households in Mahulpatna.
What is the literacy rate in Mahulpatna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahulpatna is 41.20%. Male literacy is 50.97% and female literacy is 31.46%.