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
As per Census 2011, Melchhamunda village has a total population of 1,280 people, consisting of 642 males and 638 females. The village has 316 households and a sex ratio of 993 females per 1,000 males. There are 125 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 350 illiterate residents. Additionally, 213 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 154 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Melchhamunda are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,280, including 642 males and 638 females.
How many households are there in Melchhamunda?
There are 316 households in Melchhamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Melchhamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melchhamunda is 72.66%. Male literacy is 80.37% and female literacy is 64.89%.