Mundanaju - Raikia, Kandhamal
Mundanaju is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundanaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundanaju is 417541. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mundanaju 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 Mundanaju
According to the 2011 Census, Mundanaju village had a total population of 102 people, including 49 males and 53 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.53%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 63.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 102 | 49 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 11 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Mundanaju
Mundanaju 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 Mundanaju
Mundanaju 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 Mundanaju is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mundanaju is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundanaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundanaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mundanaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundanaju 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mundanaju
Where is Mundanaju located?
Mundanaju village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundanaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundanaju is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Mundanaju?
The pincode of Mundanaju is 762101.
What is the population of Mundanaju?
Mundanaju had a total population of 102, including 49 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Mundanaju?
Mundanaju had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundanaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundanaju was 77.53%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 63.27%.