Mandara - Polasara, Ganjam
Mandara is a village situated in the Polasara tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Polasara and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Mandar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandara is 411589. The village covers a total geographical area of 713 hectares and falls under the 761118 pincode. Polasara is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Mandara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Polasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandara
As per Census 2011, Mandara village has a total population of 4,228 people, consisting of 2,219 males and 2,009 females. The village has 814 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,877 literate and 1,351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 469 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,228 | 2,219 | 2,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 252 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 244 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,877 | 1,688 | 1,189 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,351 | 531 | 820 |
Nearby Villages of Mandara
Mandara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Arakhapur | West | 1.85 km |
| Malatibadi | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Rumagada | South | 2.80 km |
| Mahulapali | West | 3.02 km |
| Kendubadi | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Banaraghunathapur | East | 3.67 km |
| Jholari | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Pankalabadi | North | 3.89 km |
| Gokulapalli | South | 4.06 km |
| Ekadala | North-West | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mandara
Mandara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khallikot, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Polasara to Mandara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Mandara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mandara
Where is Mandara located?
Mandara village is located in Polasara Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandara?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandara is Mandar.
What is the pincode of Mandara?
The pincode of Mandara is 761118.
What is the population of Mandara?
Mandara has a total population of 4,228, including 2,219 males and 2,009 females.
How many households are there in Mandara?
There are 814 households in Mandara.
What is the literacy rate in Mandara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandara is 68.05%. Male literacy is 76.07% and female literacy is 59.18%.