Mukundapur - Patrapur, Ganjam
Mukundapur is a village situated in the Patrapur tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from Jarada and around 69 km from Chatrapur. Khariaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mukundapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukundapur is 413124. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 761004 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 65 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 Chikiti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mukundapur
As per Census 2011, Mukundapur village has a total population of 876 people, consisting of 445 males and 431 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 121 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 501 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mukundapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 876 | 445 | 431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 57 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 100 | 91 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 240 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 501 | 205 | 296 |
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Mukundapur is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Mukundapur is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 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 <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mukundapur
Where is Mukundapur located?
Mukundapur village is located in Patrapur Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mukundapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mukundapur is Khariaguda.
What is the pincode of Mukundapur?
The pincode of Mukundapur is 761004.
What is the population of Mukundapur?
Mukundapur has a total population of 876, including 445 males and 431 females.
How many households are there in Mukundapur?
There are 175 households in Mukundapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mukundapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukundapur is 42.81%. Male literacy is 53.93% and female literacy is 31.32%.