Magamunda - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Magamunda is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pabingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Magamunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Magamunda is 416367. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Magamunda 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 Magamunda
As per Census 2011, Magamunda village has a total population of 69 people, consisting of 32 males and 37 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 38 literate and 31 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Magamunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 9 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Magamunda
Magamunda 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 Magamunda
Public transport in the Magamunda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Magamunda is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Magamunda is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Magamunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Magamunda 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 Magamunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Magamunda 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 Magamunda
Where is Magamunda located?
Magamunda village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Magamunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Magamunda is Pabingia.
What is the pincode of Magamunda?
The pincode of Magamunda is 762011.
What is the population of Magamunda?
Magamunda has a total population of 69, including 32 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Magamunda?
There are 13 households in Magamunda.
What is the literacy rate in Magamunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Magamunda is 55.07%. Male literacy is 71.88% and female literacy is 40.54%.