Moksapondei (Maksapandei) - Pottangi, Koraput
Moksapondei (Maksapandei) is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Sambai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Moksapondei (Maksapandei) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Moksapondei (Maksapandei) is 430085. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Moksapondei (Maksapandei) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Moksapondei (Maksapandei)
According to the 2011 Census, Moksapondei (Maksapandei) village had a total population of 290 people, including 128 males and 162 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,266 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.49%, with male literacy at 23.08% and female literacy at 12.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 290 | 128 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 24 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 68 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 104 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Moksapondei (Maksapandei)
Moksapondei (Maksapandei) 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 Moksapondei (Maksapandei)
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Moksapondei (Maksapandei).
| 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 Jeypur to Moksapondei (Maksapandei) is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Moksapondei (Maksapandei) is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Moksapondei (Maksapandei)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Moksapondei (Maksapandei) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Moksapondei (Maksapandei)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Moksapondei (Maksapandei) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Moksapondei (Maksapandei)
Where is Moksapondei (Maksapandei) located?
Moksapondei (Maksapandei) village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Moksapondei (Maksapandei)?
The Gram Panchayat of Moksapondei (Maksapandei) is Sambai.
What is the pincode of Moksapondei (Maksapandei)?
The pincode of Moksapondei (Maksapandei) is 764039.
What is the population of Moksapondei (Maksapandei)?
Moksapondei (Maksapandei) had a total population of 290, including 128 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Moksapondei (Maksapandei)?
Moksapondei (Maksapandei) had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Moksapondei (Maksapandei)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Moksapondei (Maksapandei) was 17.49%. Male literacy was 23.08% and female literacy was 12.61%.