Mashinaguda - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Mashinaguda is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Budrukia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mashinaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mashinaguda is 416616. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Mashinaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mashinaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Mashinaguda village had a total population of 215 people, including 100 males and 115 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.16%, with male literacy at 60.98% and female literacy at 35.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 207.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 100 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 96 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 50 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 50 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Mashinaguda
Mashinaguda 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 Mashinaguda
Mashinaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Mashinaguda is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mashinaguda is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mashinaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mashinaguda 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 Mashinaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mashinaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mashinaguda
Where is Mashinaguda located?
Mashinaguda village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mashinaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mashinaguda is Budrukia.
What is the pincode of Mashinaguda?
The pincode of Mashinaguda is 762103.
What is the population of Mashinaguda?
Mashinaguda had a total population of 215, including 100 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Mashinaguda?
Mashinaguda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mashinaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mashinaguda was 47.16%. Male literacy was 60.98% and female literacy was 35.11%.