Mungasi - Dumraon, Buxar
Mungasi is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Ataon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mungasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mungasi is 248132. The village covers a total geographical area of 127.4 hectares and falls under the 802119 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mungasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mungasi
As per Census 2011, Mungasi village has a total population of 562 people, consisting of 300 males and 262 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 329 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 70 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mungasi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 300 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 201 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 99 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Mungasi
Mungasi 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 Mungasi
Mungasi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dumraon to Mungasi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Mungasi is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mungasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mungasi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mungasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mungasi 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 Mungasi
Where is Mungasi located?
Mungasi village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mungasi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mungasi is Ataon.
What is the pincode of Mungasi?
The pincode of Mungasi is 802119.
What is the population of Mungasi?
Mungasi has a total population of 562, including 300 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Mungasi?
There are 102 households in Mungasi.
What is the literacy rate in Mungasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mungasi is 58.54%. Male literacy is 67.00% and female literacy is 48.85%.