Mahupadar - Mathili, Malkangiri
Mahupadar is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Mohupadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahupadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahupadar is 430420. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 80 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
As per Census 2011, Mahupadar village has a total population of 3,089 people, consisting of 1,541 males and 1,548 females. The village has 591 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 847 literate and 2,242 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,569 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahupadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,089 | 1,541 | 1,548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 243 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 33 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,569 | 1,283 | 1,286 |
| Literate Population | 847 | 577 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,242 | 964 | 1,278 |
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
Mahupadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Malkangiri to Mahupadar is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahupadar
Where is Mahupadar located?
Mahupadar village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahupadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahupadar is Mohupadar.
What is the pincode of Mahupadar?
The pincode of Mahupadar is 764044.
What is the population of Mahupadar?
Mahupadar has a total population of 3,089, including 1,541 males and 1,548 females.
How many households are there in Mahupadar?
There are 591 households in Mahupadar.
What is the literacy rate in Mahupadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahupadar is 27.42%. Male literacy is 37.44% and female literacy is 17.44%.