Mahalinga
Mahalinga is a village located in Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Rairakhol (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Luhapank is the gram panchayat of Mahalinga village.
Here you can discover what makes Mahalinga unique in its vibrant Rairakhol-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Mahalinga’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 Mahalinga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahalinga is 382428. The village spans a total geographical area of 179 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768106. Redhakhol is nearest town to Mahalinga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Mahalinga
Population of Mahalinga
According to the 2011 Census, Mahalinga has a total population of about 296, with approximately 142 males and 154 females. The sex ratio is around 1084 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 37 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 86. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.61%, with male literacy at about 75.35% and female literacy near 66.23%. There are around 73 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahalinga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 142 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 15 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 35 | 52 |
Connectivity of Mahalinga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahalinga. As per the 2011 stats, Mahalinga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahalinga
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahalinga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahalinga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahalinga
- Where is Mahalinga located?
- Mahalinga village is situated in Rairakhol Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahalinga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahalinga is Luhapank (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahalinga?
- The pincode of Mahalinga is 768106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahalinga is 296, with 142 males and 154 females.
- How many households are there in Mahalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahalinga village has a total of 73 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahalinga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahalinga is 70.61%. The male literacy rate is 75.35%, while the female literacy rate is 66.23%.