Mangalapur - Pipili, Puri
Mangalapur is a village situated in the Pipili tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipili and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Laxminarayanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangalapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangalapur is 408674. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 752104 pincode. Bhubaneswar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mangalapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangalapur
As per Census 2011, Mangalapur village has a total population of 756 people, consisting of 399 males and 357 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 580 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 198 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangalapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 756 | 399 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 34 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 198 | 100 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 580 | 335 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 64 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Mangalapur
Mangalapur 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 Mangalapur
Mangalapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bhubaneswar to Mangalapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Mangalapur is about 50 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 Mangalapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangalapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Mangalapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangalapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Mangalapur
Where is Mangalapur located?
Mangalapur village is located in Pipili Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangalapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangalapur is Laxminarayanpur.
What is the pincode of Mangalapur?
The pincode of Mangalapur is 752104.
What is the population of Mangalapur?
Mangalapur has a total population of 756, including 399 males and 357 females.
How many households are there in Mangalapur?
There are 158 households in Mangalapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mangalapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mangalapur is 76.72%. Male literacy is 83.96% and female literacy is 68.63%.