Mahuldihi - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Mahuldihi is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahuldihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahuldihi is 384965. The village covers a total geographical area of 703 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Mahuldihi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahuldihi
According to the 2011 Census, Mahuldihi village had a total population of 511 people, including 238 males and 273 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.36%, with male literacy at 61.72% and female literacy at 44.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 426.
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 | 511 | 238 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 426 | 196 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 129 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 109 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Mahuldihi
Mahuldihi 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 Mahuldihi
Mahuldihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Mahuldihi is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Mahuldihi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahuldihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahuldihi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahuldihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahuldihi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mahuldihi
Where is Mahuldihi located?
Mahuldihi village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahuldihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahuldihi is Sole.
What is the pincode of Mahuldihi?
The pincode of Mahuldihi is 768228.
What is the population of Mahuldihi?
Mahuldihi had a total population of 511, including 238 males and 273 females.
How many households are there in Mahuldihi?
Mahuldihi had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mahuldihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahuldihi was 52.36%. Male literacy was 61.72% and female literacy was 44.07%.