Motunga
About Motunga
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Motunga village is 402905. Motunga village is located in Motunga tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Motunga (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Motanga is the gram panchayat of Motunga village.
The total geographical area of village is 157 hectares. Motunga has a total population of 1,883 peoples, out of which male population is 998 while female population is 885. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 886 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of motunga village is 68.14% out of which 73.45% males and 62.15% females are literate. There are about 446 houses in motunga village. Pincode of motunga village locality is 759121.
When it comes to administration, Motunga village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Motunga village comes under Hindol Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Dhenkanal is nearest town to motunga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Motunga
The population details of Motunga cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,883 | 998 | 885 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 201 | 117 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 356 | 191 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,283 | 733 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 265 | 335 |
Connectivity of Motunga
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Motunga
Where is Motunga located?
Motunga village is situated in Motunga Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Motunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Motunga is Motanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Motunga?
The pincode of Motunga is 759121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Motunga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Motunga is 1,883, with 998 males and 885 females.
How many households are there in Motunga as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Motunga village has a total of 446 households.
What is the literacy rate in Motunga as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Motunga is 68.14%. The male literacy rate is 73.45%, while the female literacy rate is 62.15%.