Mundagarh - Darbha, Bastar
Mundagarh is a village situated in the Darbha tehsil of Bastar district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darbha and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Jagdalpur. Mundagarh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundagarh is 449622. The village covers a total geographical area of 1243.4 hectares and falls under the 494115 pincode. Jagdalpur is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Mundagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdalpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundagarh
According to the 2011 Census, Mundagarh village had a total population of 864 people, including 442 males and 422 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.06%, with male literacy at 35.45% and female literacy at 20.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 831.
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 | 864 | 442 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 226 | 112 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 831 | 425 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 117 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 685 | 325 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Mundagarh
Mundagarh 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 Mundagarh
Public transport in the Mundagarh is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jagdalpur to Mundagarh is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundagarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundagarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mundagarh
Where is Mundagarh located?
Mundagarh village is located in Darbha Tehsil, Bastar district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mundagarh?
Mundagarh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mundagarh?
The pincode of Mundagarh is 494115.
What is the population of Mundagarh?
Mundagarh had a total population of 864, including 442 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Mundagarh?
Mundagarh had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundagarh was 28.06%. Male literacy was 35.45% and female literacy was 20.13%.