Mungia - Nabinagar, Aurangabad
Mungia is a village situated in the Nabinagar subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nabinagar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Mungia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mungia is 253913. The village covers a total geographical area of 427 hectares and falls under the 824302 pincode. Nabinagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mungia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kutumba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mungia
As per Census 2011, Mungia village has a total population of 2,717 people, consisting of 1,401 males and 1,316 females. The village has 386 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,324 literate and 1,393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mungia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,717 | 1,401 | 1,316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 254 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,213 | 614 | 599 |
| Literate Population | 1,324 | 788 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,393 | 613 | 780 |
Nearby Villages of Mungia
Mungia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gajna | South-West | 1.29 km |
| Kanchan | North | 1.52 km |
| Duamba | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Dhebla Dhebli | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Karman Jagarnathpur | South | 2.12 km |
| Poldih | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North | 2.45 km |
| Bahori Bigha | North | 2.46 km |
| Pathra | North-West | 2.52 km |
| Khajuri Panru | East | 2.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mungia
Mungia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kajrat Nawadih, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 132.9 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nabinagar to Mungia is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Mungia is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mungia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mungia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mungia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mungia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mungia
Where is Mungia located?
Mungia village is located in Nabinagar Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mungia?
Mungia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mungia?
The pincode of Mungia is 824302.
What is the population of Mungia?
Mungia has a total population of 2,717, including 1,401 males and 1,316 females.
How many households are there in Mungia?
There are 386 households in Mungia.
What is the literacy rate in Mungia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mungia is 48.73%. Male literacy is 56.25% and female literacy is 40.73%.