Mundal - Brahmagiri, Puri
Mundal is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kandogoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundal is 409915. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 752011 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Mundal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundal
As per Census 2011, Mundal village has a total population of 703 people, consisting of 359 males and 344 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 232 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 703 | 359 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 270 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 89 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Mundal
Mundal 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 Mundal
Mundal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Puri to Mundal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mundal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mundal
Where is Mundal located?
Mundal village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundal is Kandogoda.
What is the pincode of Mundal?
The pincode of Mundal is 752011.
What is the population of Mundal?
Mundal has a total population of 703, including 359 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Mundal?
There are 91 households in Mundal.
What is the literacy rate in Mundal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundal is 67.00%. Male literacy is 75.21% and female literacy is 58.43%.