Mangalpada - Khaira, Balasore
Mangalpada is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Khaira and around 55 km from Baleshwar. Dangarpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangalpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangalpada is 393434. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 756047 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mangalpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangalpada
According to the 2011 Census, Mangalpada village had a total population of 367 people, including 168 males and 199 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.55%, with male literacy at 96.53% and female literacy at 96.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 83.
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 | 367 | 168 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 139 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 29 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Mangalpada
Mangalpada 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 Mangalpada
Mangalpada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mangalpada has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Mangalpada is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mangalpada is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangalpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangalpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mangalpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangalpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mangalpada
Where is Mangalpada located?
Mangalpada village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mangalpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangalpada is Dangarpada.
What is the pincode of Mangalpada?
The pincode of Mangalpada is 756047.
What is the population of Mangalpada?
Mangalpada had a total population of 367, including 168 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Mangalpada?
Mangalpada had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangalpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangalpada was 96.55%. Male literacy was 96.53% and female literacy was 96.57%.