Mediakia
Mediakia is a village located in Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Baliguda (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Mediakia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mediakia unique in its vibrant Baliguda-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Mediakia’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mediakia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mediakia is 416666. The village spans a total geographical area of 597 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762109. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Mediakia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 79km away.
Google Map of Mediakia
Population of Mediakia
According to the 2011 Census, Mediakia has a total population of about 1,157, with approximately 600 males and 557 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 141 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 304. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.30%, with male literacy at about 65.17% and female literacy near 34.29%. There are around 295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mediakia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,157 | 600 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 84 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 162 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 582 | 391 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 209 | 366 |
Connectivity of Mediakia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mediakia. As per the 2011 stats, Mediakia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mediakia
Knowing the nearby villages of Mediakia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mediakia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mediakia
- Where is Mediakia located?
- Mediakia village is situated in Baliguda Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mediakia?
- Mediakia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mediakia?
- The pincode of Mediakia is 762109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mediakia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mediakia is 1,157, with 600 males and 557 females.
- How many households are there in Mediakia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mediakia village has a total of 295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mediakia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mediakia is 50.30%. The male literacy rate is 65.17%, while the female literacy rate is 34.29%.