Mundapala - Tusura, Balangir
Mundapala is a village situated in the Tusura tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from Tushura and around 48 km from Balangir. Deulgudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundapala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundapala is 420487. The village covers a total geographical area of 239 hectares and falls under the 767030 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Mundapala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundapala
According to the 2011 Census, Mundapala village had a total population of 535 people, including 249 males and 286 females, living in 142 households. The sex ratio was 1,149 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.31%, with male literacy at 66.18% and female literacy at 51.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 74.
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 | 535 | 249 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 85 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 74 | 36 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 272 | 114 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Mundapala
Mundapala 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 Mundapala
Public transport in the Mundapala is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Mundapala is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Mundapala is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundapala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundapala 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mundapala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundapala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mundapala
Where is Mundapala located?
Mundapala village is located in Tusura Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundapala?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundapala is Deulgudi.
What is the pincode of Mundapala?
The pincode of Mundapala is 767030.
What is the population of Mundapala?
Mundapala had a total population of 535, including 249 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Mundapala?
Mundapala had 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundapala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundapala was 58.31%. Male literacy was 66.18% and female literacy was 51.82%.