Mucheriguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Mucheriguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 161 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Subaranagiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mucheriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mucheriguda is 417157. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 136 km away.
Mucheriguda 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 Mucheriguda
According to the 2011 Census, Mucheriguda village had a total population of 80 people, including 40 males and 40 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.67%, with male literacy at 46.43% and female literacy at 9.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 13 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 27 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Mucheriguda
Mucheriguda 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 Mucheriguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mucheriguda.
| 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 Rayagada to Mucheriguda is about 136 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mucheriguda is about 161 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mucheriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mucheriguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mucheriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mucheriguda 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 Mucheriguda
Where is Mucheriguda located?
Mucheriguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mucheriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mucheriguda is Subaranagiri.
What is the pincode of Mucheriguda?
The pincode of Mucheriguda is 762105.
What is the population of Mucheriguda?
Mucheriguda had a total population of 80, including 40 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Mucheriguda?
Mucheriguda had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mucheriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mucheriguda was 26.67%. Male literacy was 46.43% and female literacy was 9.38%.