Mundaput - Machh Kund, Koraput
Mundaput is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chikenput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundaput is 429550. The village covers a total geographical area of 244 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Mundaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Mundaput
As per Census 2011, Mundaput village has a total population of 191 people, consisting of 88 males and 103 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,170 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 191 | 88 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 83 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 23 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 65 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Mundaput
Mundaput 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 Mundaput
Mundaput 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Mundaput is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mundaput is about 93 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 Mundaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundaput village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundaput village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mundaput
Where is Mundaput located?
Mundaput village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundaput is Chikenput.
What is the pincode of Mundaput?
The pincode of Mundaput is 764040.
What is the population of Mundaput?
Mundaput has a total population of 191, including 88 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Mundaput?
There are 44 households in Mundaput.
What is the literacy rate in Mundaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundaput is 17.28%. Male literacy is 26.14% and female literacy is 9.71%.