Mahal - Nimapada, Puri
Mahal is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Miteipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahal is 408902. The village covers a total geographical area of 60 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Mahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahal
According to the 2011 Census, Mahal village had a total population of 636 people, including 322 males and 314 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.01%, with male literacy at 90.04% and female literacy at 78.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37.
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 | 636 | 322 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 41 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 253 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 69 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Mahal
Mahal 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 Mahal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Mahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Mahal is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Mahal is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahal
Where is Mahal located?
Mahal village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahal is Miteipur.
What is the pincode of Mahal?
The pincode of Mahal is 752106.
What is the population of Mahal?
Mahal had a total population of 636, including 322 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Mahal?
Mahal had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahal was 84.01%. Male literacy was 90.04% and female literacy was 78.01%.