Mirigothana - Kaptipada, Mayurbhanj
Mirigothana is a village situated in the Kaptipada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaptipada and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badkhaladi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mirigothana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mirigothana is 391186. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 757040 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mirigothana 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 Mirigothana
As per Census 2011, Mirigothana village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 132 males and 106 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 803 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mirigothana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 132 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 85 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 47 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Mirigothana
Mirigothana 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 Mirigothana
Mirigothana 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 Udala to Mirigothana is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Mirigothana is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mirigothana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mirigothana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mirigothana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mirigothana 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 Mirigothana
Where is Mirigothana located?
Mirigothana village is located in Kaptipada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mirigothana?
The Gram Panchayat of Mirigothana is Badkhaladi.
What is the pincode of Mirigothana?
The pincode of Mirigothana is 757040.
What is the population of Mirigothana?
Mirigothana has a total population of 238, including 132 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Mirigothana?
There are 64 households in Mirigothana.
What is the literacy rate in Mirigothana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mirigothana is 59.24%. Male literacy is 64.39% and female literacy is 52.83%.