Mundaguda - Mathili, Malkangiri
Mundaguda is a village situated in the Mathili tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mathili and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Mathili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundaguda is 430444. The village covers a total geographical area of 291 hectares and falls under the 764044 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Mundaguda 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 Mundaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Mundaguda village had a total population of 1,425 people, including 659 males and 766 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 1,162 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.92%, with male literacy at 81.01% and female literacy at 69.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 186, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 794.
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 | 1,425 | 659 | 766 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 85 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 102 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 794 | 350 | 444 |
| Literate Population | 956 | 465 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 194 | 275 |
Nearby Villages of Mundaguda
Mundaguda 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 Mundaguda
Mundaguda 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Mundaguda is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Mundaguda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mundaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mundaguda
Where is Mundaguda located?
Mundaguda village is located in Mathili Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mundaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundaguda is Mathili.
What is the pincode of Mundaguda?
The pincode of Mundaguda is 764044.
What is the population of Mundaguda?
Mundaguda had a total population of 1,425, including 659 males and 766 females.
How many households are there in Mundaguda?
Mundaguda had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundaguda was 74.92%. Male literacy was 81.01% and female literacy was 69.94%.