Majhiguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Majhiguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 97 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Majhiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majhiguda is 425013. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Majhiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majhiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Majhiguda village had a total population of 236 people, including 126 males and 110 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.38%, with male literacy at 52.04% and female literacy at 26.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 178.
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 | 236 | 126 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 28 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 51 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 75 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Majhiguda
Majhiguda 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 Majhiguda
Public transport in the Majhiguda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Majhiguda is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Majhiguda is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majhiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majhiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Majhiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majhiguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Majhiguda
Where is Majhiguda located?
Majhiguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Majhiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Majhiguda is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Majhiguda?
The pincode of Majhiguda is 765020.
What is the population of Majhiguda?
Majhiguda had a total population of 236, including 126 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Majhiguda?
Majhiguda had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majhiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majhiguda was 39.38%. Male literacy was 52.04% and female literacy was 26.32%.