Mundigada - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Mundigada is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Mundigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundigada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundigada is 416941. The village covers a total geographical area of 482 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 127 km away.
Mundigada 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 Mundigada
According to the 2011 Census, Mundigada village had a total population of 1,711 people, including 868 males and 843 females, living in 416 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.25%, with male literacy at 68.00% and female literacy at 41.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 646, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 722.
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 | 1,711 | 868 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 118 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 646 | 321 | 325 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 722 | 369 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 811 | 510 | 301 |
| Illiterate Population | 900 | 358 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Mundigada
Mundigada 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 Mundigada
Mundigada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Mundigada is about 127 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Mundigada is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundigada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundigada 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mundigada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundigada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Mundigada
Where is Mundigada located?
Mundigada village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundigada?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundigada is Mundigarh.
What is the pincode of Mundigada?
The pincode of Mundigada is 762107.
What is the population of Mundigada?
Mundigada had a total population of 1,711, including 868 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Mundigada?
Mundigada had 416 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundigada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundigada was 55.25%. Male literacy was 68.00% and female literacy was 41.92%.