Michia - Kotpad, Koraput
Michia is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Bobeya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Michia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Michia is 428187. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Michia 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 Michia
As per Census 2011, Michia village has a total population of 383 people, consisting of 188 males and 195 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,037 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 238 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 133 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Michia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 188 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 133 | 69 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 92 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 96 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Michia
Michia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chichiliput | East | 1.13 km |
| Ambabelli | West | 1.43 km |
| Ekomba | North | 2.48 km |
| Phupugam | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Khadagpur | South-West | 2.97 km |
| Kumahandi | West | 3.29 km |
| Raniguda | South | 3.35 km |
| Bobiya | South-East | 3.64 km |
| Ghatarla | East | 4.34 km |
| Nuagam(thengguda Kamalpadar) | North-West | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Michia
Michia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Michia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Michia is about 61 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 Michia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Michia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Michia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Michia 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 Michia
Where is Michia located?
Michia village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Michia?
The Gram Panchayat of Michia is Bobeya.
What is the pincode of Michia?
The pincode of Michia is 764058.
What is the population of Michia?
Michia has a total population of 383, including 188 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Michia?
There are 106 households in Michia.
What is the literacy rate in Michia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Michia is 37.86%. Male literacy is 48.94% and female literacy is 27.18%.