Mundiguda - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Mundiguda is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Garidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundiguda is 428779. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Mundiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Mundiguda village had a total population of 195 people, including 102 males and 93 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 912 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.22%, with male literacy at 17.58% and female literacy at 8.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 183.
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 | 195 | 102 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 86 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Mundiguda
Mundiguda 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 Mundiguda
Mundiguda 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 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 Koraput to Mundiguda is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mundiguda is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundiguda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mundiguda
Where is Mundiguda located?
Mundiguda village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mundiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundiguda is Garidi.
What is the pincode of Mundiguda?
The pincode of Mundiguda is 764027.
What is the population of Mundiguda?
Mundiguda had a total population of 195, including 102 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Mundiguda?
Mundiguda had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundiguda was 13.22%. Male literacy was 17.58% and female literacy was 8.43%.