Muchenamal - Boden, Nuapada
Muchenamal is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Khariar and around 84 km from Nuapada. Larka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muchenamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muchenamal is 421988. The village covers a total geographical area of 92 hectares and falls under the 766118 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Muchenamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muchenamal
According to the 2011 Census, Muchenamal village had a total population of 52 people, including 22 males and 30 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,364 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.15%, with male literacy at 45.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Transport and Connectivity of Muchenamal
Public transport in the Muchenamal 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 Khariar Road to Muchenamal is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Muchenamal is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muchenamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muchenamal 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Muchenamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muchenamal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muchenamal
Where is Muchenamal located?
Muchenamal village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muchenamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Muchenamal is Larka.
What is the pincode of Muchenamal?
The pincode of Muchenamal is 766118.
What is the population of Muchenamal?
Muchenamal had a total population of 52, including 22 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Muchenamal?
Muchenamal had 12 households.