Maskapanga - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Maskapanga is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 171 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dharakote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maskapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maskapanga is 417236. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Maskapanga 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 Maskapanga
According to the 2011 Census, Maskapanga village had a total population of 197 people, including 91 males and 106 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,165 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 12.50%, with male literacy at 20.00% and female literacy at 6.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
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 | 197 | 91 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 87 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 13 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 78 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Maskapanga
Maskapanga 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 Maskapanga
Public transport in the Maskapanga 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 Rayagada to Maskapanga is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Maskapanga is about 171 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maskapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maskapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maskapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maskapanga 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 Maskapanga
Where is Maskapanga located?
Maskapanga village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maskapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Maskapanga is Dharakote.
What is the pincode of Maskapanga?
The pincode of Maskapanga is 762105.
What is the population of Maskapanga?
Maskapanga had a total population of 197, including 91 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Maskapanga?
Maskapanga had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maskapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maskapanga was 12.50%. Male literacy was 20.00% and female literacy was 6.33%.