Mudekela - Pathalgaon, Jashpur
Mudekela is a village situated in the Pathalgaon tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pathalgaon and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Mudekela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mudekela is 434237. The village covers a total geographical area of 423.36 hectares and falls under the 496118 pincode. Pathalgaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mudekela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pathalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mudekela
According to the 2011 Census, Mudekela village had a total population of 1,020 people, including 489 males and 531 females, living in 210 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.56%, with male literacy at 67.22% and female literacy at 52.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 767.
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 | 1,020 | 489 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 68 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 767 | 373 | 394 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 283 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 206 | 294 |
Nearby Villages of Mudekela
Mudekela 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 Mudekela
Mudekela 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 NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pathalgaon to Mudekela is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Mudekela is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mudekela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mudekela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mudekela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mudekela 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mudekela
Where is Mudekela located?
Mudekela village is located in Pathalgaon Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mudekela?
Mudekela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mudekela?
The pincode of Mudekela is 496118.
What is the population of Mudekela?
Mudekela had a total population of 1,020, including 489 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Mudekela?
Mudekela had 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mudekela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mudekela was 59.56%. Male literacy was 67.22% and female literacy was 52.43%.