Mukam - Bodla, Kabeerdham
Mukam is a village situated in the Bodla tehsil of Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodla and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Kawardha. Chandradadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mukam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukam is 439234. The village covers a total geographical area of 305.69 hectares and falls under the 491995 pincode. Bodla is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Mukam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the KAWARDHA Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mukam
As per Census 2011, Mukam village has a total population of 328 people, consisting of 157 males and 171 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,089 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 253 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mukam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 328 | 157 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 253 | 114 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 73 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 84 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Mukam
Mukam 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 Mukam
Mukam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bodla to Mukam is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kawardha to Mukam is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mukam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukam 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 Mukam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukam 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 Mukam
Where is Mukam located?
Mukam village is located in Bodla Tehsil, Kabeerdham district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mukam?
The Gram Panchayat of Mukam is Chandradadar.
What is the pincode of Mukam?
The pincode of Mukam is 491995.
What is the population of Mukam?
Mukam has a total population of 328, including 157 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Mukam?
There are 69 households in Mukam.
What is the literacy rate in Mukam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukam is 43.29%. Male literacy is 46.50% and female literacy is 40.35%.