Mundigan - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Mundigan is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 56 km from Brahmanigaon and around 159 km from Phulbani. Katingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundigan is 417284. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 101 km away.
Mundigan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundigan
According to the 2011 Census, Mundigan village had a total population of 183 people, including 89 males and 94 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.33%, with male literacy at 71.05% and female literacy at 31.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 172.
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 | 183 | 89 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 13 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 83 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 54 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 35 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Mundigan
Mundigan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shramgudi | North-East | 1.15 km |
| Mahaguda | South | 1.54 km |
| Katingia | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Piridibandha | North-East | 2.67 km |
| Gudikupa | South | 2.82 km |
| Khariguda | North | 3.07 km |
| Regadapanka | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Raikana | South | 3.34 km |
| Panaspadar | North | 3.61 km |
| Gudriguda | South-East | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundigan
Mundigan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muniguda, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Mundigan is about 101 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mundigan is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundigan 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 Mundigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mundigan
Where is Mundigan located?
Mundigan village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundigan is Katingia.
What is the pincode of Mundigan?
The pincode of Mundigan is 762021.
What is the population of Mundigan?
Mundigan had a total population of 183, including 89 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Mundigan?
Mundigan had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundigan was 51.33%. Male literacy was 71.05% and female literacy was 31.08%.