Melchhamunda - Padampur, Bargarh
Melchhamunda is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from Melchhamunda and around 55 km from Bargarh. Malchhamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melchhamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melchhamunda is 380197. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 768035 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Melchhamunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melchhamunda
According to the 2011 Census, Melchhamunda village had a total population of 1,280 people, including 642 males and 638 females, living in 316 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.52%, with male literacy at 88.97% and female literacy at 72.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 213, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 154.
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 | 1,280 | 642 | 638 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 62 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 108 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 154 | 78 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 516 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 126 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Melchhamunda
Melchhamunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telmahul | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Jhungapali | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Matiamahul | West | 1.83 km |
| Kelenda | North-West | 1.97 km |
| Jhimbahal | South-East | 2.84 km |
| Kurlubahal | North-West | 3.30 km |
| Tal | West | 3.53 km |
| Pandripani | East | 3.57 km |
| Bandeipali | North | 3.81 km |
| Bandenbahal | North-East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Melchhamunda
Public transport in the Melchhamunda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dungripadi, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 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 Padmapur to Melchhamunda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Melchhamunda is about 55 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 Melchhamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melchhamunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Melchhamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melchhamunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Melchhamunda
Where is Melchhamunda located?
Melchhamunda village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Melchhamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Melchhamunda is Malchhamunda.
What is the pincode of Melchhamunda?
The pincode of Melchhamunda is 768035.
What is the population of Melchhamunda?
Melchhamunda had a total population of 1,280, including 642 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Melchhamunda?
Melchhamunda had 316 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melchhamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melchhamunda was 80.52%. Male literacy was 88.97% and female literacy was 72.00%.