Mahikani
Mahikani is a village located in Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Lephripara (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Sundargarh. As per 2009 stats, Badbanga is the gram panchayat of Mahikani village.
Here you can discover what makes Mahikani unique in its vibrant Lephripara-Sundargarh region. You’ll see Mahikani’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 Mahikani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mahikani is 383723. The village spans a total geographical area of 179 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 770072. Sundargarh is nearest town to Mahikani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
As per 2019 stats, Mahikani village comes under Sundargarh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Mahikani
Population of Mahikani
According to the 2011 Census, Mahikani has a total population of about 257, with approximately 127 males and 130 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 82. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.43%, with male literacy at about 77.95% and female literacy near 63.08%. There are around 59 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mahikani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 257 | 127 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 99 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 28 | 48 |
Connectivity of Mahikani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mahikani. As per the 2011 stats, Mahikani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mahikani
Knowing the nearby villages of Mahikani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mahikani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mahikani
- Where is Mahikani located?
- Mahikani village is situated in Lephripara Tehsil, within the Sundargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mahikani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mahikani is Badbanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mahikani?
- The pincode of Mahikani is 770072, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mahikani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mahikani is 257, with 127 males and 130 females.
- How many households are there in Mahikani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mahikani village has a total of 59 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mahikani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mahikani is 70.43%. The male literacy rate is 77.95%, while the female literacy rate is 63.08%.