Mandar - Banapur, Khordha
Mandar is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banapur and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Khordha . Damiabarabara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandar is 408375. The village covers a total geographical area of 428 hectares and falls under the 752031 pincode. Banapur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandar
As per Census 2011, Mandar village has a total population of 125 people, consisting of 61 males and 64 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 32 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Mandar
Mandar 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 Mandar
Public transport in the Mandar 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 Banapur to Mandar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Mandar is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandar 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 Mandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandar 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 Mandar
Where is Mandar located?
Mandar village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandar is Damiabarabara.
What is the pincode of Mandar?
The pincode of Mandar is 752031.
What is the population of Mandar?
Mandar has a total population of 125, including 61 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Mandar?
There are 27 households in Mandar.
What is the literacy rate in Mandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandar is 40.00%. Male literacy is 47.54% and female literacy is 32.81%.