Maheswarpur - Kudumuluguma, Malkangiri
Maheswarpur is a village situated in the Kudumuluguma tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from Orkel and around 30 km from Malkangiri . Somanathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheswarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheswarpur is 430902. The village covers a total geographical area of 161 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Maheswarpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheswarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheswarpur village had a total population of 330 people, including 156 males and 174 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,115 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.14%, with male literacy at 86.13% and female literacy at 58.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 53, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 330 | 156 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 19 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 118 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 38 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Maheswarpur
Maheswarpur 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 Maheswarpur
Maheswarpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Maheswarpur is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Maheswarpur is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maheswarpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maheswarpur 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 Maheswarpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maheswarpur 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 Maheswarpur
Where is Maheswarpur located?
Maheswarpur village is located in Kudumuluguma Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maheswarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheswarpur is Somanathpur.
What is the pincode of Maheswarpur?
The pincode of Maheswarpur is 764051.
What is the population of Maheswarpur?
Maheswarpur had a total population of 330, including 156 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Maheswarpur?
Maheswarpur had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheswarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheswarpur was 72.14%. Male literacy was 86.13% and female literacy was 58.74%.