Mandakia - Raikia, Kandhamal
Mandakia is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mandakia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandakia is 417535. The village covers a total geographical area of 444 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mandakia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandakia
According to the 2011 Census, Mandakia village had a total population of 756 people, including 381 males and 375 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.85%, with male literacy at 69.82% and female literacy at 45.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 578.
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 | 756 | 381 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 578 | 286 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 236 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 145 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Mandakia
Mandakia 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 Mandakia
Mandakia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Mandakia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mandakia is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandakia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandakia 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 Mandakia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandakia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mandakia
Where is Mandakia located?
Mandakia village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandakia?
Mandakia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mandakia?
The pincode of Mandakia is 762101.
What is the population of Mandakia?
Mandakia had a total population of 756, including 381 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Mandakia?
Mandakia had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandakia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandakia was 57.85%. Male literacy was 69.82% and female literacy was 45.37%.