Maheswarpur - Betnoti, Mayurbhanj
Maheswarpur is a village situated in the Betnoti tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from Baisinga and around 55 km from Baripada. Kalama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maheswarpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maheswarpur is 390428. The village covers a total geographical area of 50 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Badasahi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maheswarpur
According to the 2011 Census, Maheswarpur village had a total population of 480 people, including 249 males and 231 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.22%, with male literacy at 73.85% and female literacy at 60.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 247.
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 | 480 | 249 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 123 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 161 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 195 | 88 | 107 |
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 shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Maheswarpur.
| 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 Baleshwar to Maheswarpur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Maheswarpur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Maheswarpur
Where is Maheswarpur located?
Maheswarpur village is located in Betnoti Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Maheswarpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Maheswarpur is Kalama.
What is the pincode of Maheswarpur?
The pincode of Maheswarpur is 757032.
What is the population of Maheswarpur?
Maheswarpur had a total population of 480, including 249 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Maheswarpur?
Maheswarpur had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maheswarpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maheswarpur was 67.22%. Male literacy was 73.85% and female literacy was 60.19%.