Mesingput - Machh Kund, Koraput
Mesingput is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Thusuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mesingput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mesingput is 429589. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mesingput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Mesingput
As per Census 2011, Mesingput village has a total population of 70 people, consisting of 39 males and 31 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 794 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mesingput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 17 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Mesingput
Mesingput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Godiput | North | 1.68 km |
| Gopalput | South-West | 1.78 km |
| Tusuba | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Bodapoda | South | 2.00 km |
| Mandeiput | South | 2.10 km |
| Bendiput | South | 2.37 km |
| Kamel | West | 2.49 km |
| Chheliamunda | East | 2.51 km |
| Gomalput | North | 2.67 km |
| Barangaput | South-West | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mesingput
Public transport in the Mesingput is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Machhakunda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.2 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Mesingput is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mesingput is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mesingput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mesingput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mesingput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mesingput 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mesingput
Where is Mesingput located?
Mesingput village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mesingput?
The Gram Panchayat of Mesingput is Thusuba.
What is the pincode of Mesingput?
The pincode of Mesingput is 764040.
What is the population of Mesingput?
Mesingput has a total population of 70, including 39 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Mesingput?
There are 20 households in Mesingput.
What is the literacy rate in Mesingput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mesingput is 35.71%. Male literacy is 43.59% and female literacy is 25.81%.