Mahupadar - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Mahupadar is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Nakamamudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahupadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahupadar is 430631. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Mahupadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahupadar
According to the 2011 Census, Mahupadar village had a total population of 198 people, including 101 males and 97 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.12%, with male literacy at 40.26% and female literacy at 26.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 198 | 101 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 24 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 31 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 70 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Mahupadar
Mahupadar 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 Mahupadar
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mahupadar.
| 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 Balimela to Mahupadar is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Mahupadar is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahupadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahupadar 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 Mahupadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahupadar 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 Mahupadar
Where is Mahupadar located?
Mahupadar village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahupadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahupadar is Nakamamudi.
What is the pincode of Mahupadar?
The pincode of Mahupadar is 764052.
What is the population of Mahupadar?
Mahupadar had a total population of 198, including 101 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Mahupadar?
Mahupadar had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahupadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahupadar was 33.12%. Male literacy was 40.26% and female literacy was 26.25%.