Mankidi - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Mankidi is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Podapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mankidi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mankidi is 428655. The village covers a total geographical area of 121 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Mankidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mankidi
As per Census 2011, Mankidi village has a total population of 645 people, consisting of 334 males and 311 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 410 illiterate residents. Additionally, 644 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mankidi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 645 | 334 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 644 | 333 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 129 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 410 | 205 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Mankidi
Mankidi 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 Mankidi
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Mankidi.
| 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 Sunabeda to Mankidi is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mankidi is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mankidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mankidi 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 Mankidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mankidi 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 Mankidi
Where is Mankidi located?
Mankidi village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mankidi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mankidi is Podapadar.
What is the pincode of Mankidi?
The pincode of Mankidi is 764014.
What is the population of Mankidi?
Mankidi has a total population of 645, including 334 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Mankidi?
There are 152 households in Mankidi.
What is the literacy rate in Mankidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mankidi is 36.43%. Male literacy is 38.62% and female literacy is 34.08%.