Mugakani - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Mugakani is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Hatina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mugakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mugakani is 395989. The village covers a total geographical area of 42 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Mugakani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mugakani
According to the 2011 Census, Mugakani village had a total population of 406 people, including 228 males and 178 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 781 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.29%, with male literacy at 91.04% and female literacy at 73.42%.
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 | 406 | 228 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 183 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 45 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Mugakani
Mugakani 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 Mugakani
Mugakani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Pattamundai to Mugakani is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Mugakani is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mugakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mugakani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mugakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mugakani 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) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mugakani
Where is Mugakani located?
Mugakani village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mugakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Mugakani is Hatina.
What is the pincode of Mugakani?
The pincode of Mugakani is 754225.
What is the population of Mugakani?
Mugakani had a total population of 406, including 228 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Mugakani?
Mugakani had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mugakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mugakani was 83.29%. Male literacy was 91.04% and female literacy was 73.42%.