Makabidingia - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Makabidingia is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pikaradi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makabidingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makabidingia is 416002. The village covers a total geographical area of 134 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Makabidingia 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 Makabidingia
As per Census 2011, Makabidingia village has a total population of 426 people, consisting of 215 males and 211 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 217 literate and 209 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 381 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makabidingia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 426 | 215 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 20 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 194 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 130 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 85 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Makabidingia
Makabidingia 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 Makabidingia
Makabidingia 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 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 G. Udayagiri to Makabidingia is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Makabidingia is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makabidingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makabidingia 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Makabidingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makabidingia 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Makabidingia
Where is Makabidingia located?
Makabidingia village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makabidingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Makabidingia is Pikaradi.
What is the pincode of Makabidingia?
The pincode of Makabidingia is 762010.
What is the population of Makabidingia?
Makabidingia has a total population of 426, including 215 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Makabidingia?
There are 103 households in Makabidingia.
What is the literacy rate in Makabidingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makabidingia is 50.94%. Male literacy is 60.47% and female literacy is 41.23%.