Michhapali - Komna, Nuapada
Michhapali is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Michhapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Michhapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Michhapali is 421871. The village covers a total geographical area of 664 hectares and falls under the 766106 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Michhapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Michhapali
As per Census 2011, Michhapali village has a total population of 1,180 people, consisting of 496 males and 684 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 1,379 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 639 literate and 541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 865 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Michhapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,180 | 496 | 684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 80 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 44 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 865 | 353 | 512 |
| Literate Population | 639 | 313 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 183 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Michhapali
Michhapali 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 Michhapali
Michhapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Michhapali is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Michhapali is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Michhapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Michhapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Michhapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Michhapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Michhapali
Where is Michhapali located?
Michhapali village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Michhapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Michhapali is Michhapalli.
What is the pincode of Michhapali?
The pincode of Michhapali is 766106.
What is the population of Michhapali?
Michhapali has a total population of 1,180, including 496 males and 684 females.
How many households are there in Michhapali?
There are 265 households in Michhapali.
What is the literacy rate in Michhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Michhapali is 54.15%. Male literacy is 63.10% and female literacy is 47.66%.