Mohanguda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Mohanguda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Chhatrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohanguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohanguda is 422941. The village covers a total geographical area of 87 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Mohanguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mohanguda
According to the 2011 Census, Mohanguda village had a total population of 56 people, including 35 males and 21 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 600 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.25%, with male literacy at 53.33% and female literacy at 14.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 56 | 35 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 21 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 16 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Mohanguda
Mohanguda 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 Mohanguda
Public transport in the Mohanguda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Mohanguda is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Mohanguda is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mohanguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohanguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mohanguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohanguda 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mohanguda
Where is Mohanguda located?
Mohanguda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mohanguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mohanguda is Chhatrapur.
What is the pincode of Mohanguda?
The pincode of Mohanguda is 766027.
What is the population of Mohanguda?
Mohanguda had a total population of 56, including 35 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Mohanguda?
Mohanguda had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mohanguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohanguda was 37.25%. Male literacy was 53.33% and female literacy was 14.29%.