Mahakud
Mahakud is a village located in Kisinda tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kisinda (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Ballam is the gram panchayat of Mahakud village.
Here you can discover what makes Mahakud unique in its vibrant Kisinda-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Mahakud’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mahakud
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahakud is 382062. The village spans a total geographical area of 405 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768106. Redhakhol is nearest town to Mahakud village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Mahakud
Population of Mahakud
According to the 2011 Census, Mahakud has a total population of about 1,051, with approximately 543 males and 508 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 158 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.27%, with male literacy at about 71.45% and female literacy near 58.66%. There are around 247 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahakud's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,051 | 543 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 82 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 388 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 155 | 210 |
Connectivity of Mahakud
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahakud. As per the 2011 stats, Mahakud had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahakud
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahakud helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahakud.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahakud
- Where is Mahakud located?
- Mahakud village is situated in Kisinda Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahakud?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahakud is Ballam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahakud?
- The pincode of Mahakud is 768106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahakud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahakud is 1,051, with 543 males and 508 females.
- How many households are there in Mahakud as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahakud village has a total of 247 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahakud as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahakud is 65.27%. The male literacy rate is 71.45%, while the female literacy rate is 58.66%.