Mundakanga - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Mundakanga is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 71 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Lingagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundakanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundakanga is 415816. The village covers a total geographical area of 186 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Mundakanga 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 Mundakanga
According to the 2011 Census, Mundakanga village had a total population of 292 people, including 139 males and 153 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.53%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 47.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 235.
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 | 292 | 139 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 114 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 98 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 41 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Mundakanga
Mundakanga 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 Mundakanga
Mundakanga 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 <5 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 G. Udayagiri to Mundakanga is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mundakanga is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundakanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundakanga 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 Mundakanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundakanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mundakanga
Where is Mundakanga located?
Mundakanga village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundakanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundakanga is Lingagada.
What is the pincode of Mundakanga?
The pincode of Mundakanga is 762100.
What is the population of Mundakanga?
Mundakanga had a total population of 292, including 139 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Mundakanga?
Mundakanga had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundakanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundakanga was 63.53%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 47.06%.