Mahalanga - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Mahalanga is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Burungijodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahalanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahalanga is 416449. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mahalanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahalanga
According to the 2011 Census, Mahalanga village had a total population of 78 people, including 37 males and 41 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.57%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 9 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Mahalanga
Mahalanga 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 Mahalanga
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mahalanga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Mahalanga is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mahalanga is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahalanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahalanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahalanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahalanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahalanga
Where is Mahalanga located?
Mahalanga village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahalanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahalanga is Burungijodi.
What is the pincode of Mahalanga?
The pincode of Mahalanga is 762011.
What is the population of Mahalanga?
Mahalanga had a total population of 78, including 37 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Mahalanga?
Mahalanga had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahalanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahalanga was 69.57%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 57.14%.