Mahendrapur - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Mahendrapur is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Kegaon and around 100 km from Bhawanipatna. Sinapali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahendrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahendrapur is 423636. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 766036 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mahendrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahendrapur
As per Census 2011, Mahendrapur village has a total population of 200 people, consisting of 103 males and 97 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 174 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahendrapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 200 | 103 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 91 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 61 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 42 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Mahendrapur
Mahendrapur 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 Mahendrapur
Mahendrapur 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Mahendrapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Mahendrapur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahendrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahendrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mahendrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahendrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mahendrapur
Where is Mahendrapur located?
Mahendrapur village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahendrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahendrapur is Sinapali.
What is the pincode of Mahendrapur?
The pincode of Mahendrapur is 766036.
What is the population of Mahendrapur?
Mahendrapur has a total population of 200, including 103 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Mahendrapur?
There are 52 households in Mahendrapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mahendrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahendrapur is 48.00%. Male literacy is 59.22% and female literacy is 36.08%.