Mahandi - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Mahandi is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Jharigan and around 75 km from Nabarangapur . Belgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mahandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mahandi is 427521. The village covers a total geographical area of 284 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mahandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mahandi
As per Census 2011, Mahandi village has a total population of 926 people, consisting of 444 males and 482 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,085 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 319 literate and 607 illiterate residents. Additionally, 70 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 705 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mahandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 926 | 444 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 705 | 337 | 368 |
| Literate Population | 319 | 202 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 607 | 242 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Mahandi
Mahandi 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 Mahandi
Mahandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Mahandi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Mahandi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mahandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mahandi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mahandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mahandi 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 Mahandi
Where is Mahandi located?
Mahandi village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mahandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mahandi is Belgam.
What is the pincode of Mahandi?
The pincode of Mahandi is 764076.
What is the population of Mahandi?
Mahandi has a total population of 926, including 444 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Mahandi?
There are 205 households in Mahandi.
What is the literacy rate in Mahandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mahandi is 34.45%. Male literacy is 45.50% and female literacy is 24.27%.