Mantritarai(Khurd) - Khariar, Nuapada
Mantritarai(Khurd) is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Lanji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mantritarai(Khurd) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mantritarai(Khurd) is 422030. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 766118 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Mantritarai(Khurd) 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(Khurd)
According to the 2011 Census, Mantritarai(Khurd) village had a total population of 302 people, including 145 males and 157 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.61%, with male literacy at 63.71% and female literacy at 36.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 302 | 145 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 57 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 79 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 66 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Mantritarai(Khurd)
Mantritarai(Khurd) 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(Khurd)
Mantritarai(Khurd) is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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(Khurd) is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Mantritarai(Khurd) is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mantritarai(Khurd)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mantritarai(Khurd) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mantritarai(Khurd)
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(Khurd) 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(Khurd)
Where is Mantritarai(Khurd) located?
Mantritarai(Khurd) village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mantritarai(Khurd)?
The Gram Panchayat of Mantritarai(Khurd) is Lanji.
What is the pincode of Mantritarai(Khurd)?
The pincode of Mantritarai(Khurd) is 766118.
What is the population of Mantritarai(Khurd)?
Mantritarai(Khurd) had a total population of 302, including 145 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Mantritarai(Khurd)?
Mantritarai(Khurd) had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mantritarai(Khurd)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mantritarai(Khurd) was 49.61%. Male literacy was 63.71% and female literacy was 36.57%.