Mulmula - Kondagaon
Mulmula is a village situated in the Kondagaon tehsil of Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 22 km from Kondagaon and around 97 km from Jagdalpur. Mulmula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mulmula is 448802. The village covers a total geographical area of 3526.94 hectares and falls under the 494226 pincode. Kondagaon is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mulmula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kondagaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mulmula
As per Census 2011, Mulmula village has a total population of 5,406 people, consisting of 2,682 males and 2,724 females. The village has 1,064 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 914 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,150 literate and 3,256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,185 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mulmula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,406 | 2,682 | 2,724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 914 | 473 | 441 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 42 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,185 | 1,568 | 1,617 |
| Literate Population | 2,150 | 1,305 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,256 | 1,377 | 1,879 |
Nearby Villages of Mulmula
Mulmula 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Neota | South-West | 3.99 km |
| Chipawand | South-East | 4.17 km |
| Indagaon | North-West | 4.18 km |
| Bhogadi | North | 4.29 km |
| Umargaon | South-East | 6.09 km |
| Badebhirawand | South | 6.54 km |
| Shampur | North | 7.50 km |
| Maragaon | North | 7.98 km |
| Chhotebhirawand | South | 8.09 km |
| Dongarigura | South-West | 8.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mulmula
Mulmula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagdalpur, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.7 km.
| 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 Kondagaon to Mulmula is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jagdalpur to Mulmula is about 97 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mulmula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mulmula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mulmula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mulmula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mulmula
Where is Mulmula located?
Mulmula village is located in Kondagaon Tehsil, Kondagaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mulmula?
Mulmula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mulmula?
The pincode of Mulmula is 494226.
What is the population of Mulmula?
Mulmula has a total population of 5,406, including 2,682 males and 2,724 females.
How many households are there in Mulmula?
There are 1,064 households in Mulmula.
What is the literacy rate in Mulmula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mulmula is 39.77%. Male literacy is 48.66% and female literacy is 31.02%.