Mahulbani - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Mahulbani is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Pedagadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahulbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahulbani is 391177. The village covers a total geographical area of 65 hectares and falls under the 757041 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Mahulbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahulbani
According to the 2011 Census, Mahulbani village had a total population of 231 people, including 106 males and 125 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,179 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.67%, with male literacy at 84.95% and female literacy at 50.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 231 | 106 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 13 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 67 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 79 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 27 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Mahulbani
Mahulbani 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 Mahulbani
Mahulbani 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udala to Mahulbani is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Mahulbani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahulbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahulbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahulbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahulbani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahulbani
Where is Mahulbani located?
Mahulbani village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahulbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahulbani is Pedagadi.
What is the pincode of Mahulbani?
The pincode of Mahulbani is 757041.
What is the population of Mahulbani?
Mahulbani had a total population of 231, including 106 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Mahulbani?
Mahulbani had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahulbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahulbani was 66.67%. Male literacy was 84.95% and female literacy was 50.93%.