Mathumila - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Mathumila is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Battaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mathumila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathumila is 416700. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 762109 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Mathumila 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 Mathumila
As per Census 2011, Mathumila village has a total population of 36 people, consisting of 19 males and 17 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14 literate and 22 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 35 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mathumila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Mathumila
Mathumila 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 Mathumila
Public transport in the Mathumila is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Mathumila is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mathumila is about 94 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 Mathumila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathumila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mathumila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathumila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mathumila
Where is Mathumila located?
Mathumila village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mathumila?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathumila is Battaguda.
What is the pincode of Mathumila?
The pincode of Mathumila is 762109.
What is the population of Mathumila?
Mathumila has a total population of 36, including 19 males and 17 females.
How many households are there in Mathumila?
There are 9 households in Mathumila.
What is the literacy rate in Mathumila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathumila is 38.89%. Male literacy is 52.63% and female literacy is 23.53%.