Masangata - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Masangata is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Samarbandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masangata village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masangata is 416235. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Masangata 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 Masangata
According to the 2011 Census, Masangata village had a total population of 68 people, including 37 males and 31 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.14%, with male literacy at 29.03% and female literacy at 18.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 33.
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 | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Masangata
Masangata 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 Masangata
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Masangata.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Masangata is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Masangata is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masangata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masangata 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 Masangata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masangata 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 Masangata
Where is Masangata located?
Masangata village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masangata?
The Gram Panchayat of Masangata is Samarbandha.
What is the pincode of Masangata?
The pincode of Masangata is 762011.
What is the population of Masangata?
Masangata had a total population of 68, including 37 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Masangata?
Masangata had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Masangata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masangata was 24.14%. Male literacy was 29.03% and female literacy was 18.52%.