Muktabegunia - Khaira, Balasore
Muktabegunia is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from Khaira and around 53 km from Baleshwar. Sarkona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muktabegunia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muktabegunia is 393488. The village covers a total geographical area of 41 hectares and falls under the 756048 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Muktabegunia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muktabegunia
As per Census 2011, Muktabegunia village has a total population of 556 people, consisting of 298 males and 258 females. The village has 119 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 449 literate and 107 illiterate residents. Additionally, 85 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Muktabegunia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 556 | 298 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 85 | 48 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 239 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 59 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Muktabegunia
Muktabegunia 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 Muktabegunia
Muktabegunia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Muktabegunia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Muktabegunia is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Muktabegunia is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muktabegunia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muktabegunia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Muktabegunia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muktabegunia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Muktabegunia
Where is Muktabegunia located?
Muktabegunia village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muktabegunia?
The Gram Panchayat of Muktabegunia is Sarkona.
What is the pincode of Muktabegunia?
The pincode of Muktabegunia is 756048.
What is the population of Muktabegunia?
Muktabegunia has a total population of 556, including 298 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Muktabegunia?
There are 119 households in Muktabegunia.
What is the literacy rate in Muktabegunia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muktabegunia is 80.76%. Male literacy is 80.20% and female literacy is 81.40%.