Mukundapur - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Mukundapur is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dundeimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mukundapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukundapur is 423884. The village covers a total geographical area of 561 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 24 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 Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mukundapur
As per Census 2011, Mukundapur village has a total population of 1,484 people, consisting of 732 males and 752 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 619 literate and 865 illiterate residents. Additionally, 241 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,066 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mukundapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,484 | 732 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 108 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 241 | 121 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,066 | 529 | 537 |
| Literate Population | 619 | 405 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 865 | 327 | 538 |
Nearby Villages of Mukundapur
Mukundapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tendopani | North | 1.73 km |
| Baijalpur | West | 2.35 km |
| Kasturapadar | East | 2.49 km |
| Dhamanpur | South | 2.54 km |
| Mirimiri | North-East | 3.01 km |
| Jamgudabahal | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Kalipur | North-East | 3.03 km |
| Kuresiuni | West | 3.69 km |
| Bhandarkachar | East | 4.05 km |
| Badjor | North-East | 4.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mukundapur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mukundapur. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| 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 Junagarh to Mukundapur is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Mukundapur is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 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 >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mukundapur
Where is Mukundapur located?
Mukundapur village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mukundapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mukundapur is Dundeimal.
What is the pincode of Mukundapur?
The pincode of Mukundapur is 766029.
What is the population of Mukundapur?
Mukundapur has a total population of 1,484, including 732 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Mukundapur?
There are 388 households in Mukundapur.
What is the literacy rate in Mukundapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukundapur is 41.71%. Male literacy is 55.33% and female literacy is 28.46%.