Muchukiras - Mathili, Malkangiri
Muchukiras is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Katapalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muchukiras village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muchukiras is 430456. The village covers a total geographical area of 410 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Muchukiras 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 Muchukiras
According to the 2011 Census, Muchukiras village had a total population of 247 people, including 126 males and 121 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.55%, with male literacy at 47.71% and female literacy at 34.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 246.
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 | 247 | 126 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 246 | 126 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 52 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 74 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Muchukiras
Muchukiras 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 Muchukiras
Muchukiras 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 Malkangiri to Muchukiras is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Muchukiras is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muchukiras
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muchukiras 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Muchukiras
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muchukiras 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 Muchukiras
Where is Muchukiras located?
Muchukiras village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muchukiras?
The Gram Panchayat of Muchukiras is Katapalli.
What is the pincode of Muchukiras?
The pincode of Muchukiras is 764044.
What is the population of Muchukiras?
Muchukiras had a total population of 247, including 126 males and 121 females.
How many households are there in Muchukiras?
Muchukiras had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muchukiras?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muchukiras was 41.55%. Male literacy was 47.71% and female literacy was 34.69%.