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
According to the 2011 Census, Mankadakhia village had a total population of 281 people, including 151 males and 130 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.91%, with male literacy at 95.59% and female literacy at 89.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 281 | 151 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 281, including 151 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Mankadakhia?
Mankadakhia had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mankadakhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mankadakhia was 92.91%. Male literacy was 95.59% and female literacy was 89.83%.