Mankadakhia - Balikuda, Jagatsinghapur
Mankadakhia is a village situated in the Balikuda tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balikuda and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Marichpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mankadakhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mankadakhia is 398432. The village covers a total geographical area of 373 hectares and falls under the 754119 pincode. Jagatsinghapur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Mankadakhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balikuda-ersama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mankadakhia
As per Census 2011, Mankadakhia village has a total population of 281 people, consisting of 151 males and 130 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 236 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mankadakhia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 151 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 130 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 21 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Mankadakhia
Mankadakhia 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 Mankadakhia
Public transport in the Mankadakhia is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jagatsinghapur to Mankadakhia is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mankadakhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mankadakhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mankadakhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mankadakhia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mankadakhia
Where is Mankadakhia located?
Mankadakhia village is located in Balikuda Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mankadakhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Mankadakhia is Marichpur.
What is the pincode of Mankadakhia?
The pincode of Mankadakhia is 754119.
What is the population of Mankadakhia?
Mankadakhia has a total population of 281, including 151 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Mankadakhia?
There are 70 households in Mankadakhia.
What is the literacy rate in Mankadakhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mankadakhia is 83.99%. Male literacy is 86.09% and female literacy is 81.54%.