Munga - Gangaloor, Bijapur
Munga is a village situated in the Gangaloor tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 21 km from Bijapur and around 21 km from Bijapur. Podakorma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munga is 451006. The village covers a total geographical area of 841.68 hectares and falls under the 494444 pincode. Bijapur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Munga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munga
According to the 2011 Census, Munga village had a total population of 352 people, including 178 males and 174 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.55%, with male literacy at 14.49% and female literacy at 2.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 352.
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 | 352 | 178 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 178 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 20 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 158 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Munga
Munga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawnar | East | 2.78 km |
| Pedakorma | West | 2.87 km |
| Paddeda | North | 3.54 km |
| Palnar | East | 5.72 km |
| Todka | East | 6.11 km |
| Korcholi | South-East | 6.32 km |
| Bhogamguda | North | 7.10 km |
| Cherkanti | North | 8.44 km |
| Chilnar | North-West | 8.50 km |
| Ponjer | North-West | 8.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munga
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Munga. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.6 km.
| 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 Bijapur to Munga is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munga 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 Munga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munga 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 Munga
Where is Munga located?
Munga village is located in Gangaloor Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munga?
The Gram Panchayat of Munga is Podakorma.
What is the pincode of Munga?
The pincode of Munga is 494444.
What is the population of Munga?
Munga had a total population of 352, including 178 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Munga?
Munga had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munga was 8.55%. Male literacy was 14.49% and female literacy was 2.29%.