Maskajholi - Gania, Nayagarh
Maskajholi is a village situated in the Gania tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gania and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Chhamundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maskajholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maskajholi is 405330. The village covers a total geographical area of 46 hectares and falls under the 752085 pincode. Khandapada is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Maskajholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daspalla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maskajholi
According to the 2011 Census, Maskajholi village had a total population of 118 people, including 64 males and 54 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.22%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 77.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 118 | 64 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 42 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 22 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Maskajholi
Maskajholi 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 Maskajholi
Maskajholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khandapada to Maskajholi is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Maskajholi is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maskajholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maskajholi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Maskajholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maskajholi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maskajholi
Where is Maskajholi located?
Maskajholi village is located in Gania Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maskajholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Maskajholi is Chhamundia.
What is the pincode of Maskajholi?
The pincode of Maskajholi is 752085.
What is the population of Maskajholi?
Maskajholi had a total population of 118, including 64 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Maskajholi?
Maskajholi had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maskajholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maskajholi was 80.22%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 77.50%.