Mandapai - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Mandapai is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kankubadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mandapai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mandapai is 425316. The village covers a total geographical area of 569 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Mandapai 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 Mandapai
According to the 2011 Census, Mandapai village had a total population of 547 people, including 257 males and 290 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.41%, with male literacy at 66.17% and female literacy at 18.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 463.
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 | 547 | 257 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 56 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 463 | 217 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 133 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 124 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Mandapai
Mandapai 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 Mandapai
Mandapai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mandapai.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Mandapai is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Mandapai is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mandapai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mandapai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mandapai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mandapai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mandapai
Where is Mandapai located?
Mandapai village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mandapai?
The Gram Panchayat of Mandapai is Kankubadi.
What is the pincode of Mandapai?
The pincode of Mandapai is 765019.
What is the population of Mandapai?
Mandapai had a total population of 547, including 257 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Mandapai?
Mandapai had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mandapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mandapai was 40.41%. Male literacy was 66.17% and female literacy was 18.57%.