Mangalabeda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Mangalabeda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Champadeipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangalabeda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangalabeda is 422931. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Mangalabeda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangalabeda
As per Census 2011, Mangalabeda village has a total population of 920 people, consisting of 445 males and 475 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 1,067 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 392 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 410 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 117 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangalabeda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 920 | 445 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 77 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 410 | 195 | 215 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 59 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 235 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 210 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Mangalabeda
Mangalabeda 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 Mangalabeda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mangalabeda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Mangalabeda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Mangalabeda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangalabeda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangalabeda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mangalabeda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangalabeda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mangalabeda
Where is Mangalabeda located?
Mangalabeda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangalabeda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangalabeda is Champadeipur.
What is the pincode of Mangalabeda?
The pincode of Mangalabeda is 766027.
What is the population of Mangalabeda?
Mangalabeda has a total population of 920, including 445 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Mangalabeda?
There are 212 households in Mangalabeda.
What is the literacy rate in Mangalabeda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangalabeda is 42.61%. Male literacy is 52.81% and female literacy is 33.05%.