Mankadaganda - Raikia, Kandhamal
Mankadaganda is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mankadaganda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mankadaganda is 417629. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mankadaganda 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 Mankadaganda
As per Census 2011, Mankadaganda village has a total population of 82 people, consisting of 36 males and 46 females. The village has 15 households and a sex ratio of 1,277 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25 literate and 57 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mankadaganda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 82 | 36 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 28 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Mankadaganda
Mankadaganda 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 Mankadaganda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mankadaganda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Mankadaganda is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mankadaganda is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mankadaganda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mankadaganda 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 Mankadaganda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mankadaganda 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 Mankadaganda
Where is Mankadaganda located?
Mankadaganda village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mankadaganda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mankadaganda is Ranaba.
What is the pincode of Mankadaganda?
The pincode of Mankadaganda is 762101.
What is the population of Mankadaganda?
Mankadaganda has a total population of 82, including 36 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Mankadaganda?
There are 15 households in Mankadaganda.
What is the literacy rate in Mankadaganda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mankadaganda is 30.49%. Male literacy is 22.22% and female literacy is 36.96%.