Mendhabaru - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Mendhabaru is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from Belaghar and around 158 km from Phulbani. Jhiripani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mendhabaru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendhabaru is 417051. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Mendhabaru 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 Mendhabaru
According to the 2011 Census, Mendhabaru village had a total population of 31 people, including 15 males and 16 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 0.00%, with male literacy at 0.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 15 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Mendhabaru
Mendhabaru 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 Mendhabaru
Public transport in the Mendhabaru 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 G. Udayagiri to Mendhabaru is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mendhabaru is about 158 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendhabaru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendhabaru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mendhabaru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendhabaru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mendhabaru
Where is Mendhabaru located?
Mendhabaru village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mendhabaru?
The Gram Panchayat of Mendhabaru is Jhiripani.
What is the pincode of Mendhabaru?
The pincode of Mendhabaru is 762107.
What is the population of Mendhabaru?
Mendhabaru had a total population of 31, including 15 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Mendhabaru?
Mendhabaru had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mendhabaru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendhabaru was 0.00%. Male literacy was 0.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.