Murudipanga - Raikia, Kandhamal
Murudipanga is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sugudabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murudipanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murudipanga is 417576. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Murudipanga 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 Murudipanga
As per Census 2011, Murudipanga village has a total population of 579 people, consisting of 291 males and 288 females. The village has 139 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 426 literate and 153 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 477 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murudipanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 579 | 291 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 37 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 477 | 239 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 241 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 50 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Murudipanga
Murudipanga 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 Murudipanga
Murudipanga 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 5-10 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 Murudipanga is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Murudipanga is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murudipanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murudipanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Murudipanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murudipanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murudipanga
Where is Murudipanga located?
Murudipanga village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Murudipanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Murudipanga is Sugudabadi.
What is the pincode of Murudipanga?
The pincode of Murudipanga is 762101.
What is the population of Murudipanga?
Murudipanga has a total population of 579, including 291 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Murudipanga?
There are 139 households in Murudipanga.
What is the literacy rate in Murudipanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murudipanga is 73.58%. Male literacy is 82.82% and female literacy is 64.24%.