Mundigura - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Mundigura is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundigura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundigura is 428614. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Mundigura 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 Mundigura
According to the 2011 Census, Mundigura village had a total population of 374 people, including 192 males and 182 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.14%, with male literacy at 41.96% and female literacy at 18.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 359.
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 | 374 | 192 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 49 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 359 | 184 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 60 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 132 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Mundigura
Mundigura 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 Mundigura
Public transport in the Mundigura is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sunabeda to Mundigura is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mundigura is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundigura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundigura 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundigura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundigura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mundigura
Where is Mundigura located?
Mundigura village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mundigura?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundigura is Balipeta.
What is the pincode of Mundigura?
The pincode of Mundigura is 764014.
What is the population of Mundigura?
Mundigura had a total population of 374, including 192 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Mundigura?
Mundigura had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundigura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundigura was 30.14%. Male literacy was 41.96% and female literacy was 18.79%.