Majhigan - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj
Majhigan is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Jharpokharia and around 60 km from Baripada. Dhangidisole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhigan is 387996. The village covers a total geographical area of 4 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Majhigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Majhigan
Majhigan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jambani | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Jamdhurudi | North | 0.77 km |
| Pathuri | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Padmapur | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Paniposi | South-West | 1.09 km |
| Jalda | South-East | 1.27 km |
| Gadadharpur | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Tolaka | East | 1.62 km |
| Punasia | South | 1.81 km |
| Baunsda | North-West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Majhigan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Majhigan. The nearest railway station is Rajalukah, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Majhigan is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Majhigan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Majhigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhigan 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 Majhigan
Where is Majhigan located?
Majhigan village is located in Saraskana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhigan is Dhangidisole.
What is the pincode of Majhigan?
The pincode of Majhigan is 757032.