Majhia - Boriguma, Koraput
Majhia is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Aunli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhia is 428217. The village covers a total geographical area of 534 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Majhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majhia
As per Census 2011, Majhia village has a total population of 960 people, consisting of 487 males and 473 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 591 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 799 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Majhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 960 | 487 | 473 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 35 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 799 | 404 | 395 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 252 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 591 | 235 | 356 |
Nearby Villages of Majhia
Majhia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaliaguda | South | 2.17 km |
| Jujhari | East | 2.44 km |
| Aunli | North | 2.63 km |
| Gaudaguda | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Bargan | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Khandiguda | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Kaneijuba | South | 3.64 km |
| Champia | West | 3.74 km |
| Podeiguda | East | 3.83 km |
| Mundiguda | South-East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Majhia
Majhia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.6 km.
| 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 Sunabeda to Majhia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Majhia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhia 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Majhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Majhia
Where is Majhia located?
Majhia village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhia is Aunli.
What is the pincode of Majhia?
The pincode of Majhia is 764056.
What is the population of Majhia?
Majhia has a total population of 960, including 487 males and 473 females.
How many households are there in Majhia?
There are 217 households in Majhia.
What is the literacy rate in Majhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhia is 38.44%. Male literacy is 51.75% and female literacy is 24.74%.