Mendhapali - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Mendhapali is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Kumbho serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mendhapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendhapali is 380824. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 768045 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Mendhapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mendhapali
As per Census 2011, Mendhapali village has a total population of 279 people, consisting of 142 males and 137 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 90 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mendhapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 142 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 114 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 28 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Mendhapali
Mendhapali 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 Mendhapali
Mendhapali is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Bargarh to Mendhapali is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendhapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendhapali 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mendhapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendhapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mendhapali
Where is Mendhapali located?
Mendhapali village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mendhapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Mendhapali is Kumbho.
What is the pincode of Mendhapali?
The pincode of Mendhapali is 768045.
What is the population of Mendhapali?
Mendhapali has a total population of 279, including 142 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Mendhapali?
There are 71 households in Mendhapali.
What is the literacy rate in Mendhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendhapali is 74.91%. Male literacy is 80.28% and female literacy is 69.34%.