Mandira - Ersama, Jagatsinghapur
Mandira is a village situated in the Ersama tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ersama and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jagatsinghapur . Pallikanta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandira is 397345. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 754139 pincode. Paradip is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Mandira 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 Mandira
According to the 2011 Census, Mandira village had a total population of 126 people, including 61 males and 65 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,066 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.66%, with male literacy at 98.15% and female literacy at 87.27%.
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 | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Mandira
Mandira 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 Mandira
Mandira is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mandira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Paradip to Mandira is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jagatsinghapur to Mandira is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandira 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mandira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandira 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 Mandira
Where is Mandira located?
Mandira village is located in Ersama Tehsil, Jagatsinghapur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandira?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandira is Pallikanta.
What is the pincode of Mandira?
The pincode of Mandira is 754139.
What is the population of Mandira?
Mandira had a total population of 126, including 61 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Mandira?
Mandira had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandira was 92.66%. Male literacy was 98.15% and female literacy was 87.27%.