Majhipada - Nimapada, Puri
Majhipada is a village situated in the Nimapada tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nimapada and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kalapanchana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhipada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhipada is 408904. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 752106 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Majhipada 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 Majhipada
According to the 2011 Census, Majhipada village had a total population of 141 people, including 79 males and 62 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 785 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.12%, with male literacy at 98.59% and female literacy at 93.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 141 | 79 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 70 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Majhipada
Majhipada 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 Majhipada
Majhipada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Majhipada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Majhipada is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhipada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhipada 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 Majhipada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhipada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Majhipada
Where is Majhipada located?
Majhipada village is located in Nimapada Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Majhipada?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhipada is Kalapanchana.
What is the pincode of Majhipada?
The pincode of Majhipada is 752106.
What is the population of Majhipada?
Majhipada had a total population of 141, including 79 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Majhipada?
Majhipada had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majhipada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhipada was 96.12%. Male literacy was 98.59% and female literacy was 93.10%.