Mandakota Village - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Mandakota is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Dukum serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandakota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandakota is 425285. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Mandakota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mandakota
As per Census 2011, Mandakota village has a total population of 230 people, consisting of 110 males and 120 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,090 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 135 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 74 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 81 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mandakota are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 230 | 110 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 81 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 29 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Mandakota
Mandakota 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 Mandakota
Public transport in the Mandakota is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mandakota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Mandakota is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Mandakota is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandakota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandakota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandakota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandakota 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 Mandakota
Where is Mandakota located?
Mandakota village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandakota?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandakota is Dukum.
What is the pincode of Mandakota?
The pincode of Mandakota is 765019.
What is the population of Mandakota?
Mandakota has a total population of 230, including 110 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Mandakota?
There are 56 households in Mandakota.
What is the literacy rate in Mandakota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandakota is 58.70%. Male literacy is 73.64% and female literacy is 45.00%.