Mahaguda - Raikia, Kandhamal
Mahaguda is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahaguda is 417633. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Mahaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahaguda
As per Census 2011, Mahaguda village has a total population of 45 people, consisting of 21 males and 24 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,142 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 17 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 10 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Mahaguda
Mahaguda 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 Mahaguda
Mahaguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Mahaguda is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mahaguda is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahaguda 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 Mahaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahaguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahaguda
Where is Mahaguda located?
Mahaguda village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahaguda is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Mahaguda?
The pincode of Mahaguda is 762101.
What is the population of Mahaguda?
Mahaguda has a total population of 45, including 21 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Mahaguda?
There are 12 households in Mahaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Mahaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahaguda is 37.78%. Male literacy is 52.38% and female literacy is 25.00%.