Muda - Fatehpur, Kangra
Muda is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Thehar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muda is 008929. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.39 hectares and falls under the 176058 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Muda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muda
According to the 2011 Census, Muda village had a total population of 88 people, including 38 males and 50 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,316 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.43%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 73.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 88 | 38 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 27 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 11 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Muda
Muda 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 Muda
Muda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Muda is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Muda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muda
Where is Muda located?
Muda village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muda?
The Gram Panchayat of Muda is Thehar.
What is the pincode of Muda?
The pincode of Muda is 176058.
What is the population of Muda?
Muda had a total population of 88, including 38 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Muda?
Muda had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muda was 82.43%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 73.91%.