Maskapadar - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Maskapadar is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maskapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maskapadar is 416553. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Maskapadar 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 Maskapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Maskapadar village had a total population of 38 people, including 14 males and 24 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,714 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.26%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
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 | 38 | 14 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 8 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Maskapadar
Maskapadar 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 Maskapadar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Maskapadar.
| 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 Maskapadar is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Maskapadar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maskapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maskapadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maskapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maskapadar 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 Maskapadar
Where is Maskapadar located?
Maskapadar village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maskapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Maskapadar is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Maskapadar?
The pincode of Maskapadar is 762103.
What is the population of Maskapadar?
Maskapadar had a total population of 38, including 14 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Maskapadar?
Maskapadar had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maskapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maskapadar was 32.26%. Male literacy was 54.55% and female literacy was 20.00%.