Mugupanga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Mugupanga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tillori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mugupanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mugupanga is 416814. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Mugupanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mugupanga
As per Census 2011, Mugupanga village has a total population of 283 people, consisting of 142 males and 141 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 130 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 283 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mugupanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 283 | 142 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 142 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 130 | 87 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 55 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Mugupanga
Mugupanga 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 Mugupanga
Mugupanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Phulabani to Mugupanga is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mugupanga is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mugupanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mugupanga 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 Mugupanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mugupanga 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 Mugupanga
Where is Mugupanga located?
Mugupanga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mugupanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Mugupanga is Tillori.
What is the pincode of Mugupanga?
The pincode of Mugupanga is 762103.
What is the population of Mugupanga?
Mugupanga has a total population of 283, including 142 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Mugupanga?
There are 55 households in Mugupanga.
What is the literacy rate in Mugupanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mugupanga is 45.94%. Male literacy is 61.27% and female literacy is 30.50%.