Mendhapalli - Purushottampur, Ganjam
Mendhapalli is a village situated in the Purushottampur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Purusottampur and around 40 km from Chatrapur. Achuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mendhapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendhapalli is 412215. The village covers a total geographical area of 55 hectares and falls under the 761019 pincode. Purusottampur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Mendhapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khalikote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mendhapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Mendhapalli village had a total population of 350 people, including 182 males and 168 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.33%, with male literacy at 67.70% and female literacy at 30.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 350 | 182 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 67 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 109 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 73 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Mendhapalli
Mendhapalli 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 Mendhapalli
Mendhapalli 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 Purusottampur to Mendhapalli is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Mendhapalli is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendhapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendhapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mendhapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendhapalli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mendhapalli
Where is Mendhapalli located?
Mendhapalli village is located in Purushottampur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mendhapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Mendhapalli is Achuli.
What is the pincode of Mendhapalli?
The pincode of Mendhapalli is 761019.
What is the population of Mendhapalli?
Mendhapalli had a total population of 350, including 182 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Mendhapalli?
Mendhapalli had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mendhapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendhapalli was 50.33%. Male literacy was 67.70% and female literacy was 30.50%.