Muliapalli - Surada, Ganjam
Muliapalli is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gopalapur Sasan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muliapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muliapalli is 410867. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Muliapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muliapalli
According to the 2011 Census, Muliapalli village had a total population of 589 people, including 297 males and 292 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.44%, with male literacy at 71.21% and female literacy at 46.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 98.
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 | 589 | 297 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 40 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 46 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 41 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 183 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 114 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Muliapalli
Muliapalli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhuntiapalli | West | 1.15 km |
| Haripur | East | 1.82 km |
| Sorisabili | East | 2.19 km |
| Bijayagopalapur | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Bijegopalapur | South-West | 2.35 km |
| B.kotibadi | North-West | 2.41 km |
| Bahukapalli | West | 2.70 km |
| Baduapalli | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Bhaliapada | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Gopalpursasan | South-East | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Muliapalli
Muliapalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Surada to Muliapalli is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Muliapalli is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muliapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muliapalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muliapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muliapalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muliapalli
Where is Muliapalli located?
Muliapalli village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muliapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Muliapalli is Gopalapur Sasan.
What is the pincode of Muliapalli?
The pincode of Muliapalli is 761108.
What is the population of Muliapalli?
Muliapalli had a total population of 589, including 297 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Muliapalli?
Muliapalli had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muliapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muliapalli was 59.44%. Male literacy was 71.21% and female literacy was 46.89%.