Mahulkundia - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Mahulkundia is a village situated in the Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suliapada and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Baghada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahulkundia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahulkundia is 389865. The village covers a total geographical area of 39 hectares and falls under the 757022 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Mahulkundia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahulkundia
According to the 2011 Census, Mahulkundia village had a total population of 155 people, including 76 males and 79 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.12%, with male literacy at 76.06% and female literacy at 59.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 155 | 76 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 54 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 22 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Mahulkundia
Mahulkundia 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 Mahulkundia
Public transport in the Mahulkundia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Baripada to Mahulkundia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahulkundia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahulkundia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mahulkundia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahulkundia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahulkundia
Where is Mahulkundia located?
Mahulkundia village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahulkundia?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahulkundia is Baghada.
What is the pincode of Mahulkundia?
The pincode of Mahulkundia is 757022.
What is the population of Mahulkundia?
Mahulkundia had a total population of 155, including 76 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Mahulkundia?
Mahulkundia had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahulkundia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahulkundia was 68.12%. Male literacy was 76.06% and female literacy was 59.70%.