Muraliguda - Motu, Malkangiri
Muraliguda is a village situated in the Motu tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Motu and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Mottu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muraliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muraliguda is 431165. The village covers a total geographical area of 164 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Muraliguda 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 Muraliguda
According to the 2011 Census, Muraliguda village had a total population of 315 people, including 144 males and 171 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.55%, with male literacy at 27.78% and female literacy at 18.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 315.
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 | 315 | 144 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 315 | 144 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 35 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 109 | 144 |
Nearby Villages of Muraliguda
Muraliguda 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 Muraliguda
Muraliguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Muraliguda is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Muraliguda is about 35 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 Muraliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muraliguda 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 Muraliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muraliguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Muraliguda
Where is Muraliguda located?
Muraliguda village is located in Motu Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muraliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Muraliguda is Mottu.
What is the pincode of Muraliguda?
The pincode of Muraliguda is 764086.
What is the population of Muraliguda?
Muraliguda had a total population of 315, including 144 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Muraliguda?
Muraliguda had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muraliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muraliguda was 22.55%. Male literacy was 27.78% and female literacy was 18.12%.