Mahul Khunt - Sonapur, Sonepur
Mahul Khunt is a village situated in the Sonapur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Tarbha and around 22 km from Subarnapur. Kharjura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahul Khunt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahul Khunt is 419664. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 767016 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mahul Khunt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahul Khunt
As per Census 2011, Mahul Khunt village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 129 males and 163 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,263 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahul Khunt are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 129 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 14 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 83 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 46 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Mahul Khunt
Mahul Khunt 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 Mahul Khunt
Mahul Khunt is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Tarbha to Mahul Khunt is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Mahul Khunt is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahul Khunt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahul Khunt village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahul Khunt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahul Khunt 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mahul Khunt
Where is Mahul Khunt located?
Mahul Khunt village is located in Sonapur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahul Khunt?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahul Khunt is Kharjura.
What is the pincode of Mahul Khunt?
The pincode of Mahul Khunt is 767016.
What is the population of Mahul Khunt?
Mahul Khunt has a total population of 292, including 129 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Mahul Khunt?
There are 70 households in Mahul Khunt.
What is the literacy rate in Mahul Khunt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahul Khunt is 52.40%. Male literacy is 64.34% and female literacy is 42.94%.