Mallijharana - Kashipur, Rayagada
Mallijharana is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Andirakanch and around 76 km from Rayagada . Kodipari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mallijharana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mallijharana is 426038. The village covers a total geographical area of 393 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Mallijharana 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 Mallijharana
As per Census 2011, Mallijharana village has a total population of 384 people, consisting of 192 males and 192 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 250 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mallijharana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 384 | 192 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 45 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 128 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 119 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 73 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Mallijharana
Mallijharana 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 Mallijharana
Mallijharana 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 >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 Mallijharana is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Mallijharana is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mallijharana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mallijharana 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 Mallijharana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mallijharana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mallijharana
Where is Mallijharana located?
Mallijharana village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mallijharana?
The Gram Panchayat of Mallijharana is Kodipari.
What is the pincode of Mallijharana?
The pincode of Mallijharana is 765015.
What is the population of Mallijharana?
Mallijharana has a total population of 384, including 192 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Mallijharana?
There are 98 households in Mallijharana.
What is the literacy rate in Mallijharana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mallijharana is 46.09%. Male literacy is 61.98% and female literacy is 30.21%.