Mitikesh - Kashipur, Rayagada
Mitikesh is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Mandibisi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mitikesh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mitikesh is 425852. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Mitikesh 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 Mitikesh
According to the 2011 Census, Mitikesh village had a total population of 43 people, including 24 males and 19 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 792 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.78%, with male literacy at 45.00% and female literacy at 6.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 43.
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 | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 15 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Mitikesh
Mitikesh 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 Mitikesh
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mitikesh.
| 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 Mitikesh is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Mitikesh is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mitikesh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mitikesh 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mitikesh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mitikesh 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 Mitikesh
Where is Mitikesh located?
Mitikesh village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mitikesh?
The Gram Panchayat of Mitikesh is Mandibisi.
What is the pincode of Mitikesh?
The pincode of Mitikesh is 765015.
What is the population of Mitikesh?
Mitikesh had a total population of 43, including 24 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Mitikesh?
Mitikesh had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mitikesh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mitikesh was 27.78%. Male literacy was 45.00% and female literacy was 6.25%.