Mediadami - Raikia, Kandhamal
Mediadami is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mediadami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mediadami is 417588. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mediadami 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 Mediadami
As per Census 2011, Mediadami village has a total population of 57 people, consisting of 28 males and 29 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25 literate and 32 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 29 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mediadami are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 13 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Mediadami
Mediadami 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 Mediadami
Mediadami 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 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Mediadami is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mediadami is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mediadami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mediadami 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 Mediadami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mediadami 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 Mediadami
Where is Mediadami located?
Mediadami village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mediadami?
The Gram Panchayat of Mediadami is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Mediadami?
The pincode of Mediadami is 762101.
What is the population of Mediadami?
Mediadami has a total population of 57, including 28 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Mediadami?
There are 14 households in Mediadami.
What is the literacy rate in Mediadami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mediadami is 43.86%. Male literacy is 53.57% and female literacy is 34.48%.