Mandalajidingi - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Mandalajidingi is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandalajidingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandalajidingi is 417127. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Mandalajidingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandalajidingi
According to the 2011 Census, Mandalajidingi village had a total population of 146 people, including 64 males and 82 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,281 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.71%, with male literacy at 83.67% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 146 | 64 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 55 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 23 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Mandalajidingi
Mandalajidingi 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 Mandalajidingi
Mandalajidingi 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Mandalajidingi is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mandalajidingi is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandalajidingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandalajidingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mandalajidingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandalajidingi 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 Mandalajidingi
Where is Mandalajidingi located?
Mandalajidingi village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mandalajidingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandalajidingi is Parigarh.
What is the pincode of Mandalajidingi?
The pincode of Mandalajidingi is 762103.
What is the population of Mandalajidingi?
Mandalajidingi had a total population of 146, including 64 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Mandalajidingi?
Mandalajidingi had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandalajidingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandalajidingi was 60.71%. Male literacy was 83.67% and female literacy was 42.86%.