Mendukuli - Mathili, Malkangiri
Mendukuli is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Dalapatiguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mendukuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendukuli is 430400. The village covers a total geographical area of 564 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Mendukuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mendukuli
According to the 2011 Census, Mendukuli village had a total population of 1,295 people, including 634 males and 661 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.11%, with male literacy at 55.05% and female literacy at 30.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 216, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 754.
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 | 1,295 | 634 | 661 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 129 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 114 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 754 | 374 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 278 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 356 | 499 |
Nearby Villages of Mendukuli
Mendukuli 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 Mendukuli
Mendukuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Mendukuli is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Mendukuli is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendukuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendukuli 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mendukuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendukuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mendukuli
Where is Mendukuli located?
Mendukuli village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mendukuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Mendukuli is Dalapatiguda.
What is the pincode of Mendukuli?
The pincode of Mendukuli is 764044.
What is the population of Mendukuli?
Mendukuli had a total population of 1,295, including 634 males and 661 females.
How many households are there in Mendukuli?
Mendukuli had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mendukuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendukuli was 42.11%. Male literacy was 55.05% and female literacy was 30.00%.