Mandiajharan - Boipariguda, Koraput
Mandiajharan is a village situated in the Boipariguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boipariguda and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ramagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandiajharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandiajharan is 429241. The village covers a total geographical area of 269 hectares and falls under the 764043 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mandiajharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandiajharan
According to the 2011 Census, Mandiajharan village had a total population of 322 people, including 148 males and 174 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,176 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.36%, with male literacy at 23.14% and female literacy at 4.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 303.
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 | 322 | 148 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 136 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 28 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 120 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Mandiajharan
Mandiajharan 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 Mandiajharan
Mandiajharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Mandiajharan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Mandiajharan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mandiajharan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandiajharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandiajharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mandiajharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandiajharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mandiajharan
Where is Mandiajharan located?
Mandiajharan village is located in Boipariguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandiajharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandiajharan is Ramagiri.
What is the pincode of Mandiajharan?
The pincode of Mandiajharan is 764043.
What is the population of Mandiajharan?
Mandiajharan had a total population of 322, including 148 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Mandiajharan?
Mandiajharan had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandiajharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandiajharan was 13.36%. Male literacy was 23.14% and female literacy was 4.96%.