Mukanpalli - Motu, Malkangiri
Mukanpalli is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Motu and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Pusuguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mukanpalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mukanpalli is 431175. The village covers a total geographical area of 52 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Mukanpalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mukanpalli
According to the 2011 Census, Mukanpalli village had a total population of 230 people, including 101 males and 129 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,277 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.49%, with male literacy at 20.00% and female literacy at 15.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 228.
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 | 230 | 101 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 21 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 100 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 85 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Mukanpalli
Mukanpalli 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 Mukanpalli
Public transport in the Mukanpalli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkangiri to Mukanpalli is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Mukanpalli is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mukanpalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mukanpalli 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 Mukanpalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mukanpalli 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mukanpalli
Where is Mukanpalli located?
Mukanpalli village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mukanpalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Mukanpalli is Pusuguda.
What is the pincode of Mukanpalli?
The pincode of Mukanpalli is 764086.
What is the population of Mukanpalli?
Mukanpalli had a total population of 230, including 101 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Mukanpalli?
Mukanpalli had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mukanpalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mukanpalli was 17.49%. Male literacy was 20.00% and female literacy was 15.53%.