Mandalpadar - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Mandalpadar is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandalpadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandalpadar is 416901. The village covers a total geographical area of 118 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Mandalpadar 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 Mandalpadar
As per Census 2011, Mandalpadar village has a total population of 245 people, consisting of 126 males and 119 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 141 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandalpadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | 126 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 113 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 94 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 32 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Mandalpadar
Mandalpadar 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 Mandalpadar
Public transport in the Mandalpadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Mandalpadar is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mandalpadar is about 136 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 Mandalpadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandalpadar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandalpadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandalpadar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandalpadar
Where is Mandalpadar located?
Mandalpadar village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandalpadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandalpadar is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Mandalpadar?
The pincode of Mandalpadar is 762107.
What is the population of Mandalpadar?
Mandalpadar has a total population of 245, including 126 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Mandalpadar?
There are 72 households in Mandalpadar.
What is the literacy rate in Mandalpadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandalpadar is 57.55%. Male literacy is 74.60% and female literacy is 39.50%.