Mahuldiha
Mahuldiha is a Town and Tehsil in Mayurbhanj District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Mahuldiha Block (CD) is 02887. The total area of Mahuldiha Tehsil is 382 km². Mahuldiha has a sex ratio of approximately 1038 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Mahuldiha Tehsil
Mahuldiha Tehsil has a total of 62 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Mahuldiha Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Asanbani | Champajhar | Karanjia (54 km) |
| 2 | Asurkhal | Jaipur | Karanjia (35 km) |
| 3 | Badbaliposi | Keshdiha | Udala (48 km) |
| 4 | Baghadafa | Bhaliadal | Karanjia (62 km) |
| 5 | Baghamara | Salchua | Anandapur (22 km) |
| 6 | Balidiha | Salchua | Karanjia (75 km) |
| 7 | Banamunda | Jarak | Karanjia (55 km) |
| 8 | Baula | Jaipur | Karanjia (40 km) |
| 9 | Baunsa Pani | Salchua | Anandapur (23 km) |
| 10 | Bhadubeda | Jarak | Karanjia (48 km) |
| 11 | Bhaliadal | Bhaliadal | Karanjia (67 km) |
| 12 | Bhejidiha | Champajhar | Karanjia (57 km) |
| 13 | Champajhar | Champajhar | Karanjia (52 km) |
| 14 | Chaulajhari | Jaipur | Karanjia (30 km) |
| 15 | Chirupada | Keshdiha | Udala (50 km) |
| 16 | Dakeipal | Jarak | Karanjia (47 km) |
| 17 | Dangadiha | Champajhar | Karanjia (62 km) |
| 18 | Dhatikidiha | Salchua | Karanjia (15 km) |
| 19 | Diliganj | Champajhar | Karanjia (55 km) |
| 20 | Duara Suni | Satkosia | Karanjia (60 km) |
| 21 | Dubapal | Jarak | Karanjia (52 km) |
| 22 | Ghantiadara | Jarak | Karanjia (58 km) |
| 23 | Ghulghulia | Satkosia | Karanjia (52 km) |
| 24 | Giribeda | Champajhar | Karanjia (50 km) |
| 25 | Godabhanga | Satkosia | Karanjia (67 km) |
| 26 | Goudia Bahali | Mahuldiha | Karanjia (55 km) |
| 27 | Jambani | Jaipur | Karanjia (40 km) |
| 28 | Jamukhanjari | Champajhar | Karanjia (48 km) |
| 29 | Jamunalia | Mahuldiha | Karanjia (49 km) |
| 30 | Jamunanda | Satkosia | Karanjia (60 km) |
| 31 | Jangal Block Samil Sudarsanpur | Champajhar | Karanjia (55 km) |
| 32 | Jarak | Jarak | Karanjia (55 km) |
| 33 | Jharjhari | Jaipur | Karanjia (55 km) |
| 34 | Jodipada | Champajhar | Karanjia (57 km) |
| 35 | Kanjiapal | Satkosia | Karanjia (12 km) |
| 36 | Karadapal | Salchua | Karanjia (14 km) |
| 37 | Kathuanuagaon | Jarak | Karanjia (54 km) |
| 38 | Kesdiha | Keshdiha | Karanjia (50 km) |
| 39 | Khandapal | Champajhar | Karanjia (55 km) |
| 40 | Khudsila | Jarak | Karanjia (60 km) |
| 41 | Khumthan | Mahuldiha | Karanjia (54 km) |
| 42 | Kirikichipal | Champajhar | Karanjia (56 km) |
| 43 | Kokanda | Champajhar | Karanjia (60 km) |
| 44 | Kucheidiha | Jarak | Karanjia (58 km) |
| 45 | Kundei | Jaipur | Karanjia (32 km) |
| 46 | Mahuldiha | Mahuldiha | Karanjia (52 km) |
| 47 | Mandal Jhari | Keshdiha | Karanjia (50 km) |
| 48 | Mankadabeda | Champajhar | Karanjia (34 km) |
| 49 | Mituani | Keshdiha | Udala (47 km) |
| 50 | Mulapal | Jarak | Karanjia (50 km) |
| 51 | Nada | Salchua | Anandapur (14 km) |
| 52 | Nuagaon | Champajhar | Karanjia (51 km) |
| 53 | Nuapada | Jarak | Karanjia (30 km) |
| 54 | Panaposi | Jarak | Karanjia (60 km) |
| 55 | Patarpada | Champajhar | Karanjia (58 km) |
| 56 | Purunapani | Keshdiha | Karanjia (47 km) |
| 57 | Salachua | Salchua | Anandapur (18 km) |
| 58 | Sanbaliposi | Champajhar | Karanjia (52 km) |
| 59 | Satabedi | Salchua | Karanjia (72 km) |
| 60 | Satkosia | Satkosia | Karanjia (60 km) |
| 61 | Satkosia Forest Cluster | Jaipur | Karanjia (46 km) |
| 62 | Satkosiaamal Nama Hill Block | Satkosia | Karanjia (72 km) |
Population of Mahuldiha Tehsil
The population profile of Mahuldiha Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Mahuldiha Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 46,804 | 46,804 | N/A |
| Male Population | 22,958 | 22,958 | N/A |
| Female Population | 23,846 | 23,846 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8,495 | 8,495 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,282 | 4,282 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 4,213 | 4,213 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 18,178 | 18,178 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 11,113 | 11,113 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 7,065 | 7,065 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 28,626 | 28,626 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 11,845 | 11,845 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 16,781 | 16,781 | N/A |
| Total Households | 9,943 | 9,943 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 46,804 people. Includes nearly 22,958 males and 23,846 females. Rural population is about 46,804 people.
- There are around 8,495 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 4,282 boys and 4,213 girls.
- Literate population is about 18,178 people. Non-literate population is around 28,626 people.
- There are nearly 9,943 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Mahuldiha Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 1,363 | 1,363 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 688 | 688 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 675 | 675 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 36,533 | 36,533 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 17,839 | 17,839 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 18,694 | 18,694 | N/A |
| Population Density | 123 / km² | 123 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Mahuldiha Tehsil is approximately 1,363 people, including 688 males and 675 females. Around 1,363 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Mahuldiha Tehsil is about 36,533 people, including 17,839 males and 18,694 females. Around 36,533 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 123 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 123 people per sq. km.