Mohanala - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj

Mohanala is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from Jharpokharia and around 33 km from Baripada. Rajaloka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohanala village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohanala is 387943. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 757086 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.

Mohanala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Mohanala

According to the 2011 Census, Mohanala village had a total population of 162 people, including 80 males and 82 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.23%, with male literacy at 67.21% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 143.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Mohanala

Mohanala 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Mohanala

Mohanala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajalukah, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Mohanala is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Mohanala

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohanala village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Mohanala

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohanala village are given below:

FAQs about Mohanala