Mahajal - Kashipur, Rayagada
Mahajal is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahajal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahajal is 425866. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Mahajal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahajal
According to the 2011 Census, Mahajal village had a total population of 230 people, including 98 males and 132 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,347 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.29%, with male literacy at 30.95% and female literacy at 22.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 230 | 98 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 70 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 72 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Mahajal
Mahajal 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 Mahajal
Public transport in the Mahajal is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rayagada to Mahajal is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Mahajal is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahajal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahajal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahajal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahajal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mahajal
Where is Mahajal located?
Mahajal village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahajal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahajal is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Mahajal?
The pincode of Mahajal is 765015.
What is the population of Mahajal?
Mahajal had a total population of 230, including 98 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Mahajal?
Mahajal had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahajal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahajal was 26.29%. Male literacy was 30.95% and female literacy was 22.73%.