Mundiguma - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Mundiguma is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 120 km from Jodamba and around 140 km from Malkangiri . Panasput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundiguma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundiguma is 430800. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mundiguma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundiguma
As per Census 2011, Mundiguma village has a total population of 130 people, consisting of 62 males and 68 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 1,096 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundiguma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 130 | 62 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 30 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 55 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Mundiguma
Mundiguma 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 Mundiguma
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Mundiguma.
| 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 Balimela to Mundiguma is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Mundiguma is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundiguma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundiguma 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 Mundiguma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundiguma 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 Mundiguma
Where is Mundiguma located?
Mundiguma village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundiguma?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundiguma is Panasput.
What is the pincode of Mundiguma?
The pincode of Mundiguma is 764052.
What is the population of Mundiguma?
Mundiguma has a total population of 130, including 62 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Mundiguma?
There are 25 households in Mundiguma.
What is the literacy rate in Mundiguma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundiguma is 7.69%. Male literacy is 11.29% and female literacy is 4.41%.