Mahapatrabalanda - Bamara, Sambalpur
Mahapatrabalanda is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Mahulpalli and around 100 km from Sambalpur. Babuniktimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahapatrabalanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahapatrabalanda is 381388. The village covers a total geographical area of 772 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mahapatrabalanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahapatrabalanda
As per Census 2011, Mahapatrabalanda village has a total population of 948 people, consisting of 478 males and 470 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 557 literate and 391 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 454 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahapatrabalanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 948 | 478 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 70 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 126 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 454 | 223 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 316 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 391 | 162 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Mahapatrabalanda
Mahapatrabalanda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Belmunda | North-West | 1.09 km |
| Babuniktimal | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Balimal | South | 1.88 km |
| Jurabahal | North | 2.17 km |
| Kandhabalanda | East | 2.55 km |
| Talsara | North-West | 2.78 km |
| Jhagadataria | West | 2.99 km |
| Langbahal | South | 3.04 km |
| Bileigarh | South-West | 3.33 km |
| Barakhandia | North | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mahapatrabalanda
Public transport in the Mahapatrabalanda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bamra, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kochinda to Mahapatrabalanda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Mahapatrabalanda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahapatrabalanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahapatrabalanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mahapatrabalanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahapatrabalanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahapatrabalanda
Where is Mahapatrabalanda located?
Mahapatrabalanda village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahapatrabalanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahapatrabalanda is Babuniktimal.
What is the pincode of Mahapatrabalanda?
The pincode of Mahapatrabalanda is 768228.
What is the population of Mahapatrabalanda?
Mahapatrabalanda has a total population of 948, including 478 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Mahapatrabalanda?
There are 253 households in Mahapatrabalanda.
What is the literacy rate in Mahapatrabalanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahapatrabalanda is 58.76%. Male literacy is 66.11% and female literacy is 51.28%.