Mundodarha - Belpara, Balangir
Mundodarha is a village situated in the Belpara tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belpara and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Tentelmunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundodarha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundodarha is 420940. The village covers a total geographical area of 308 hectares and falls under the 767026 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mundodarha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundodarha
As per Census 2011, Mundodarha village has a total population of 984 people, consisting of 486 males and 498 females. The village has 240 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 146 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 538 literate and 446 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundodarha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 984 | 486 | 498 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 69 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 50 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 159 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 538 | 331 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 155 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Mundodarha
Mundodarha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khalipathar | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Tentelmunda | South | 2.46 km |
| Dunguriguda | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Bhuliabandh | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Kapani | West | 3.92 km |
| Salepali | North | 3.94 km |
| Satchuan | South-East | 4.18 km |
| Bagudar | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Malijhar | West | 4.33 km |
| Juba | East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundodarha
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mundodarha. The nearest railway station is Kantabanji, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.4 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 Patnagarh to Mundodarha is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Mundodarha is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundodarha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundodarha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundodarha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundodarha 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 Mundodarha
Where is Mundodarha located?
Mundodarha village is located in Belpara Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundodarha?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundodarha is Tentelmunda.
What is the pincode of Mundodarha?
The pincode of Mundodarha is 767026.
What is the population of Mundodarha?
Mundodarha has a total population of 984, including 486 males and 498 females.
How many households are there in Mundodarha?
There are 240 households in Mundodarha.
What is the literacy rate in Mundodarha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundodarha is 54.67%. Male literacy is 68.11% and female literacy is 41.57%.