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
According to the 2011 Census, Mundal village had a total population of 703 people, including 359 males and 344 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.97%, with male literacy at 84.11% and female literacy at 67.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 703 | 359 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 703, including 359 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Mundal?
Mundal had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundal was 75.97%. Male literacy was 84.11% and female literacy was 67.22%.