Mundakurti - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Mundakurti is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dutimendi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundakurti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundakurti is 415600. The village covers a total geographical area of 61 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Mundakurti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundakurti
According to the 2011 Census, Mundakurti village had a total population of 42 people, including 21 males and 21 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 63.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Mundakurti
Mundakurti 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 Mundakurti
Mundakurti 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 Mundakurti is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mundakurti is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundakurti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundakurti 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 Mundakurti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundakurti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mundakurti
Where is Mundakurti located?
Mundakurti village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundakurti?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundakurti is Dutimendi.
What is the pincode of Mundakurti?
The pincode of Mundakurti is 762012.
What is the population of Mundakurti?
Mundakurti had a total population of 42, including 21 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Mundakurti?
Mundakurti had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundakurti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundakurti was 75.00%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 63.16%.