Mendra - Dabugan, Nabarangpur
Mendra is a village situated in the Dabugan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Dabugan and around 48 km from Nabarangapur . Barigam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mendra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mendra is 427632. The village covers a total geographical area of 151 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mendra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabugam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mendra
As per Census 2011, Mendra village has a total population of 1,334 people, consisting of 644 males and 690 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 1,071 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 864 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mendra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,334 | 644 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 125 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,165 | 559 | 606 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 277 | 193 |
| Illiterate Population | 864 | 367 | 497 |
Nearby Villages of Mendra
Mendra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tutiguda | East | 2.37 km |
| Parsabeda | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Ambaguda | South | 2.86 km |
| Mangrachachara | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Gadamaguda | South-West | 3.62 km |
| Rabanaguda | South | 4.00 km |
| Nandapura | West | 4.19 km |
| Mendriguda | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Menjar | West | 4.27 km |
| Nagajodi | East | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mendra
Mendra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ambagaon, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 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 Umarkote to Mendra is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Mendra is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mendra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mendra 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 Mendra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mendra 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 Mendra
Where is Mendra located?
Mendra village is located in Dabugan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mendra?
The Gram Panchayat of Mendra is Barigam.
What is the pincode of Mendra?
The pincode of Mendra is 764072.
What is the population of Mendra?
Mendra has a total population of 1,334, including 644 males and 690 females.
How many households are there in Mendra?
There are 279 households in Mendra.
What is the literacy rate in Mendra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mendra is 35.23%. Male literacy is 43.01% and female literacy is 27.97%.