Movel - Mohana, Gajapati
Movel is a village situated in the Mohana tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 82 km from Adva and around 192 km from Paralakhemundi. Garadama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Movel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Movel is 413461. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 761217 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Movel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Movel
According to the 2011 Census, Movel village had a total population of 306 people, including 138 males and 168 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,217 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.45%, with male literacy at 55.88% and female literacy at 27.12%.
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 | 306 | 138 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 36 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 57 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 81 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Movel
Movel 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 Movel
Movel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Digapahandi to Movel is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Movel is about 192 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Movel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Movel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Movel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Movel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Movel
Where is Movel located?
Movel village is located in Mohana Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Movel?
The Gram Panchayat of Movel is Garadama.
What is the pincode of Movel?
The pincode of Movel is 761217.
What is the population of Movel?
Movel had a total population of 306, including 138 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Movel?
Movel had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Movel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Movel was 40.45%. Male literacy was 55.88% and female literacy was 27.12%.