Mukundapur - Rayagada, Gajapati
Mukundapur is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rayagada and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Paralakhemundi. Jeerango serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mukundapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukundapur is 414781. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 761212 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mukundapur 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 Mukundapur
According to the 2011 Census, Mukundapur village had a total population of 257 people, including 142 males and 115 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.78%, with male literacy at 61.60% and female literacy at 35.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 39.
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 | 257 | 142 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 39 | 37 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 77 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 65 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Mukundapur
Mukundapur 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 Mukundapur
Mukundapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Mukundapur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Mukundapur is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mukundapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukundapur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mukundapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukundapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mukundapur
Where is Mukundapur located?
Mukundapur village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mukundapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mukundapur is Jeerango.
What is the pincode of Mukundapur?
The pincode of Mukundapur is 761212.
What is the population of Mukundapur?
Mukundapur had a total population of 257, including 142 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Mukundapur?
Mukundapur had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mukundapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukundapur was 49.78%. Male literacy was 61.60% and female literacy was 35.58%.