Mukhibedei - Similiguda, Koraput
Mukhibedei is a village situated in the Similiguda tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Similiguda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Rajput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mukhibedei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukhibedei is 429952. The village covers a total geographical area of 669 hectares and falls under the 764036 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Mukhibedei 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 Mukhibedei
According to the 2011 Census, Mukhibedei village had a total population of 997 people, including 502 males and 495 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.49%, with male literacy at 63.73% and female literacy at 26.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 547.
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 | 997 | 502 | 495 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 93 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 547 | 278 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 368 | 260 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 629 | 242 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Mukhibedei
Mukhibedei 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 Mukhibedei
Mukhibedei 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 Mukhibedei is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Mukhibedei is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mukhibedei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukhibedei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mukhibedei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukhibedei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mukhibedei
Where is Mukhibedei located?
Mukhibedei village is located in Similiguda Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mukhibedei?
The Gram Panchayat of Mukhibedei is Rajput.
What is the pincode of Mukhibedei?
The pincode of Mukhibedei is 764036.
What is the population of Mukhibedei?
Mukhibedei had a total population of 997, including 502 males and 495 females.
How many households are there in Mukhibedei?
Mukhibedei had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mukhibedei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukhibedei was 45.49%. Male literacy was 63.73% and female literacy was 26.93%.