Mandasa is a village in Srikakulam district of the

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. Mandasa is also known by the name ''Manjusha'' in Odia. It was ruled by erstwhile odia zamindar Rajamani royal family during British Raj. Srinivasa Rajamani was the famous Ruling chief

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of this estate. Lord Vasudeva

This village is located at a distance of 98 km from the district headquarters.

Geography

Mandasa has an average elevation of . Mandasa mandal is bordered by Sompeta mandal to the northeast, Palasa mandal to the southwest, Vajrapu Kotturu mandal to the south, Patrapur block of

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to the north, Rayagada block of Gajapati district,

to the west and

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to the east.

Places of importance

* Mahendragiri mountain is close to the village. A fort is located at the foot of the mountain. Mahendragiri is the highest mountain in South India. * The temple of Vasudeva Perumal which is located in the village attracts pilgrims and tourists. * The fort located in the center of the village reflects the rich heritage of the locality.

Mandasa Palakova

Usually Kova, as we recall, is kova stamps or kova dumplings. But there is a peculiarity to Mandasa Palakova. It has a tricky taste sharing the melody in the thick liquid. Mandasa was once the seat of the Kalinga kings who stood at the forefront of the Eastern Ghats. Since then, it has been known for making foods with different flavors. Part of it is known as the herbal medicine Palakova. It has a history of nearly 300 years. The Eastern Ghats are home to many medicinal plants and trees. All the towers in the area carry the grazing in the hills every day, and the milk they give the herbal milk also has medicinal properties. And hence, Mandasa Kova is so famous with its healing properties. There are about 10 families in the village who have been practicing Kova making for generations. This Kova is made with milk and sugar just like regular Kova. However it is put ready for sale before it is pastured. Makers say that, the milk ingredients would be safe by eating the Kova before being pastured.

Demographics

According to Indian census, 2001, the demographic details of Mandasa mandal is as follows:Mandasa mandal at Our Village India.org
/ref> * Total Population: 76,402 in 17,814 Households * Male Population: 37,368 and Female Population: 39,034 * Children Under 6-years of age: 10,823 (Boys - 5,456 and Girls - 5,367) * Total Literates: 38,425

Transport

Mandasa is connected with 'Mandasa Road'

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References

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