Muchhapur - Athmallik, Angul
Muchhapur is a village situated in the Athmallik tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Kiakata and around 105 km from Anugul . Basudevpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muchhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muchhapur is 404954. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 759126 pincode. Baudhgarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Muchhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Athmallik Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muchhapur
As per Census 2011, Muchhapur village has a total population of 98 people, consisting of 54 males and 44 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muchhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 59 | 37 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 17 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Muchhapur
Muchhapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naktideul | South-East | 1.23 km |
| Gautampur | West | 1.35 km |
| Karadadadar | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Daulatpur | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Ghodagadi | South-West | 2.55 km |
| Tulasipur | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Subarnapur | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Singarimunda | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Gudugudi | South | 3.02 km |
| Basudebapur | West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muchhapur
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Muchhapur. The nearest railway station is Bamur, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.
| 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 Baudhgarh to Muchhapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Muchhapur is about 105 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 Muchhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muchhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Muchhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muchhapur 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 Muchhapur
Where is Muchhapur located?
Muchhapur village is located in Athmallik Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muchhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Muchhapur is Basudevpur.
What is the pincode of Muchhapur?
The pincode of Muchhapur is 759126.
What is the population of Muchhapur?
Muchhapur has a total population of 98, including 54 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Muchhapur?
There are 22 households in Muchhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Muchhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muchhapur is 60.20%. Male literacy is 68.52% and female literacy is 50.00%.