Masiripada - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Masiripada is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 0.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ratanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Masiripada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Masiripada is 416373. The village covers a total geographical area of 219 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Masiripada 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 Masiripada
As per Census 2011, Masiripada village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 114 males and 124 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 56 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Masiripada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 114 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 81 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 76 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 38 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Masiripada
Masiripada 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 Masiripada
Masiripada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Masiripada is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Masiripada is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Masiripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Masiripada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Masiripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Masiripada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Masiripada
Where is Masiripada located?
Masiripada village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Masiripada?
The Gram Panchayat of Masiripada is Ratanga.
What is the pincode of Masiripada?
The pincode of Masiripada is 762011.
What is the population of Masiripada?
Masiripada has a total population of 238, including 114 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Masiripada?
There are 57 households in Masiripada.
What is the literacy rate in Masiripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Masiripada is 55.04%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 44.35%.