Melisikia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Melisikia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Salaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melisikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melisikia is 416541. The village covers a total geographical area of 420 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Melisikia 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 Melisikia
As per Census 2011, Melisikia village has a total population of 747 people, consisting of 375 males and 372 females. The village has 168 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 419 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 616 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melisikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 747 | 375 | 372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 75 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 616 | 308 | 308 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 222 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 419 | 153 | 266 |
Nearby Villages of Melisikia
Melisikia 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 Melisikia
Public transport in the Melisikia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Melisikia is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Melisikia is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melisikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melisikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Melisikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melisikia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Melisikia
Where is Melisikia located?
Melisikia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Melisikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Melisikia is Salaguda.
What is the pincode of Melisikia?
The pincode of Melisikia is 762110.
What is the population of Melisikia?
Melisikia has a total population of 747, including 375 males and 372 females.
How many households are there in Melisikia?
There are 168 households in Melisikia.
What is the literacy rate in Melisikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melisikia is 43.91%. Male literacy is 59.20% and female literacy is 28.49%.