Mundiguda - Jeypore, Koraput
Mundiguda is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Barniput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundiguda is 429079. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundiguda
As per Census 2011, Mundiguda village has a total population of 2,105 people, consisting of 1,036 males and 1,069 females. The village has 516 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 321 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,259 literate and 846 illiterate residents. Additionally, 825 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,105 | 1,036 | 1,069 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 165 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 825 | 398 | 427 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 100 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 1,259 | 725 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 311 | 535 |
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 auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jeypur to Mundiguda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mundiguda is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mundiguda
Where is Mundiguda located?
Mundiguda village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundiguda is Barniput.
What is the pincode of Mundiguda?
The pincode of Mundiguda is 764002.
What is the population of Mundiguda?
Mundiguda has a total population of 2,105, including 1,036 males and 1,069 females.
How many households are there in Mundiguda?
There are 516 households in Mundiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Mundiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundiguda is 59.81%. Male literacy is 69.98% and female literacy is 49.95%.