Mangarajpur - Simulia, Balasore
Mangarajpur is a village situated in the Simulia tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Similia and around 60 km from Baleshwar. Chalunigan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangarajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangarajpur is 394142. The village covers a total geographical area of 28 hectares and falls under the 756134 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mangarajpur 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 Mangarajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Mangarajpur village had a total population of 323 people, including 169 males and 154 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.60%, with male literacy at 90.13% and female literacy at 82.73%.
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 | 323 | 169 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 252 | 137 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 32 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Mangarajpur
Mangarajpur 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 Mangarajpur
Public transport in the Mangarajpur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Soro to Mangarajpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Mangarajpur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangarajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangarajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mangarajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangarajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangarajpur
Where is Mangarajpur located?
Mangarajpur village is located in Simulia Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mangarajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangarajpur is Chalunigan.
What is the pincode of Mangarajpur?
The pincode of Mangarajpur is 756134.
What is the population of Mangarajpur?
Mangarajpur had a total population of 323, including 169 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Mangarajpur?
Mangarajpur had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangarajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangarajpur was 86.60%. Male literacy was 90.13% and female literacy was 82.73%.