Muddhowa - Poundi-Uproda, Korba
Muddhowa is a village situated in the Poundi-Uproda tehsil of Korba district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poundi-uproda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Korba. Sindhiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muddhowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muddhowa is 436124. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.38 hectares and falls under the 495445 pincode. Katghora is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Muddhowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pali-tanakhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muddhowa
According to the 2011 Census, Muddhowa village had a total population of 384 people, including 186 males and 198 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,065 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.06%, with male literacy at 78.26% and female literacy at 54.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 340.
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 | 384 | 186 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 25 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 169 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 126 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 60 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Muddhowa
Muddhowa 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 Muddhowa
Muddhowa 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katghora to Muddhowa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Korba to Muddhowa is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muddhowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muddhowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Muddhowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muddhowa 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muddhowa
Where is Muddhowa located?
Muddhowa village is located in Poundi-Uproda Tehsil, Korba district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muddhowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Muddhowa is Sindhiya.
What is the pincode of Muddhowa?
The pincode of Muddhowa is 495445.
What is the population of Muddhowa?
Muddhowa had a total population of 384, including 186 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Muddhowa?
Muddhowa had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muddhowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muddhowa was 66.06%. Male literacy was 78.26% and female literacy was 54.44%.