Mangalpur - Mahanga, Cuttack
Mangalpur is a village situated in the Mahanga tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahanga and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Kurujanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangalpur is 399589. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 754293 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Mangalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangalpur
As per Census 2011, Mangalpur village has a total population of 320 people, consisting of 153 males and 167 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 72 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 153 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 36 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 128 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 25 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Mangalpur
Mangalpur 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 Mangalpur
Mangalpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Mangalpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cuttack to Mangalpur 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 Mangalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangalpur 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 Mangalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangalpur 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangalpur
Where is Mangalpur located?
Mangalpur village is located in Mahanga Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangalpur is Kurujanga.
What is the pincode of Mangalpur?
The pincode of Mangalpur is 754293.
What is the population of Mangalpur?
Mangalpur has a total population of 320, including 153 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Mangalpur?
There are 85 households in Mangalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mangalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangalpur is 77.50%. Male literacy is 83.66% and female literacy is 71.86%.