Mungelibadi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Mungelibadi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mungelibadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mungelibadi is 417589. The village covers a total geographical area of 301 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Mungelibadi 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 Mungelibadi
As per Census 2011, Mungelibadi village has a total population of 268 people, consisting of 144 males and 124 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 120 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mungelibadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 268 | 144 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 62 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 106 | 60 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 85 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 59 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Mungelibadi
Mungelibadi 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 Mungelibadi
Mungelibadi 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 G. Udayagiri to Mungelibadi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mungelibadi 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 Mungelibadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mungelibadi 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 Mungelibadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mungelibadi 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 Mungelibadi
Where is Mungelibadi located?
Mungelibadi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mungelibadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Mungelibadi is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Mungelibadi?
The pincode of Mungelibadi is 762101.
What is the population of Mungelibadi?
Mungelibadi has a total population of 268, including 144 males and 124 females.
How many households are there in Mungelibadi?
There are 79 households in Mungelibadi.
What is the literacy rate in Mungelibadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mungelibadi is 46.27%. Male literacy is 59.03% and female literacy is 31.45%.