Mundipodar - Kotpad, Koraput
Mundipodar is a village situated in the Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotpad and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kusumi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundipodar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundipodar is 428200. The village covers a total geographical area of 852 hectares and falls under the 764058 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Mundipodar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundipodar
As per Census 2011, Mundipodar village has a total population of 1,737 people, consisting of 855 males and 882 females. The village has 427 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 302 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 500 literate and 1,237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 401 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,106 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundipodar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,737 | 855 | 882 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 166 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 401 | 192 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,106 | 548 | 558 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 300 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,237 | 555 | 682 |
Nearby Villages of Mundipodar
Mundipodar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhusangaguda | South | 2.26 km |
| Charamula(choramula) | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Sargiguda | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Bijrapalli | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Atigam | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Bagchuan | North | 3.58 km |
| Ghatarla | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Makaput | North | 4.04 km |
| Siuniguda | West | 4.20 km |
| Kuagam | North-East | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundipodar
Mundipodar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Khadapa, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Mundipodar is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mundipodar is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundipodar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundipodar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mundipodar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundipodar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mundipodar
Where is Mundipodar located?
Mundipodar village is located in Kotpad Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundipodar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundipodar is Kusumi.
What is the pincode of Mundipodar?
The pincode of Mundipodar is 764058.
What is the population of Mundipodar?
Mundipodar has a total population of 1,737, including 855 males and 882 females.
How many households are there in Mundipodar?
There are 427 households in Mundipodar.
What is the literacy rate in Mundipodar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundipodar is 28.79%. Male literacy is 35.09% and female literacy is 22.68%.