Mangrel - Nandapur, Koraput
Mangrel is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nandapur and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kasandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangrel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangrel is 429927. The village covers a total geographical area of 264 hectares and falls under the 764037 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Mangrel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangrel
As per Census 2011, Mangrel village has a total population of 363 people, consisting of 189 males and 174 females. The village has 111 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 119 literate and 244 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 217 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangrel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 363 | 189 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 217 | 113 | 104 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 95 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 94 | 150 |
Nearby Villages of Mangrel
Mangrel is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karanjagura | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Raising | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Kataraba | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Petal | South | 2.23 km |
| Baraba | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Rurichuan | East | 2.56 km |
| Panasaput | West | 2.81 km |
| Kinjaraba | South | 3.43 km |
| Bisipur | North | 3.57 km |
| Similiput | East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mangrel
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mangrel. The nearest railway station is Bheja, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sunabeda to Mangrel is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mangrel is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangrel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangrel 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 Mangrel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangrel 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 Mangrel
Where is Mangrel located?
Mangrel village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangrel?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangrel is Kasandi.
What is the pincode of Mangrel?
The pincode of Mangrel is 764037.
What is the population of Mangrel?
Mangrel has a total population of 363, including 189 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Mangrel?
There are 111 households in Mangrel.
What is the literacy rate in Mangrel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangrel is 32.78%. Male literacy is 50.26% and female literacy is 13.79%.