Murugaghutu - Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj
Murugaghutu is a village situated in the Rairangpur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Rairangpur Town and around 76 km from Baripada. Purunapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Murugaghutu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murugaghutu is 387643. The village covers a total geographical area of 260 hectares and falls under the 757043 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Murugaghutu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murugaghutu
According to the 2011 Census, Murugaghutu village had a total population of 366 people, including 170 males and 196 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,153 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.82%, with male literacy at 75.54% and female literacy at 47.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 351.
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 | 366 | 170 | 196 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 31 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 163 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 105 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 65 | 124 |
Nearby Villages of Murugaghutu
Murugaghutu 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 Murugaghutu
Murugaghutu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Murugaghutu has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Murugaghutu is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Murugaghutu is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murugaghutu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murugaghutu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Murugaghutu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murugaghutu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Murugaghutu
Where is Murugaghutu located?
Murugaghutu village is located in Rairangpur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Murugaghutu?
The Gram Panchayat of Murugaghutu is Purunapani.
What is the pincode of Murugaghutu?
The pincode of Murugaghutu is 757043.
What is the population of Murugaghutu?
Murugaghutu had a total population of 366, including 170 males and 196 females.
How many households are there in Murugaghutu?
Murugaghutu had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Murugaghutu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murugaghutu was 60.82%. Male literacy was 75.54% and female literacy was 47.37%.