Mantritarai(Kala) - Khariar, Nuapada
Mantritarai(Kala) is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Lanji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mantritarai(Kala) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mantritarai(Kala) is 422029. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 766118 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mantritarai(Kala) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mantritarai(Kala)
As per Census 2011, Mantritarai(Kala) village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 225 males and 249 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,106 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 399 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mantritarai(Kala) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 225 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 399 | 189 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 134 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 91 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Mantritarai(Kala)
Mantritarai(Kala) 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 Mantritarai(Kala)
Public transport in the Mantritarai(Kala) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Khariar Road to Mantritarai(Kala) is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Mantritarai(Kala) is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mantritarai(Kala)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mantritarai(Kala) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mantritarai(Kala)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mantritarai(Kala) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mantritarai(Kala)
Where is Mantritarai(Kala) located?
Mantritarai(Kala) village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mantritarai(Kala)?
The Gram Panchayat of Mantritarai(Kala) is Lanji.
What is the pincode of Mantritarai(Kala)?
The pincode of Mantritarai(Kala) is 766118.
What is the population of Mantritarai(Kala)?
Mantritarai(Kala) has a total population of 474, including 225 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Mantritarai(Kala)?
There are 115 households in Mantritarai(Kala).
What is the literacy rate in Mantritarai(Kala)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mantritarai(Kala) is 43.67%. Male literacy is 59.56% and female literacy is 29.32%.