Mulagarh - Kakatpur, Puri
Mulagarh is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kakatpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mulagarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mulagarh is 409146. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 752108 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mulagarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mulagarh
As per Census 2011, Mulagarh village has a total population of 2,121 people, consisting of 1,109 males and 1,012 females. The village has 527 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 243 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,607 literate and 514 illiterate residents. Additionally, 720 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mulagarh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,121 | 1,109 | 1,012 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 138 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 720 | 374 | 346 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,607 | 884 | 723 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 225 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Mulagarh
Mulagarh is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Itapada | North | 1.05 km |
| Sriramapur | West | 1.12 km |
| Jiola | South | 1.65 km |
| Bajapur | South-West | 1.67 km |
| Ratagarh | East | 1.68 km |
| Deuli | West | 1.90 km |
| Kakatpur | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Kendrapati | South | 2.69 km |
| Haridaspur | West | 2.70 km |
| Badaolangar | East | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mulagarh
Mulagarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Mulagarh is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Mulagarh is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mulagarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mulagarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mulagarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mulagarh 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mulagarh
Where is Mulagarh located?
Mulagarh village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mulagarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Mulagarh is Kakatpur.
What is the pincode of Mulagarh?
The pincode of Mulagarh is 752108.
What is the population of Mulagarh?
Mulagarh has a total population of 2,121, including 1,109 males and 1,012 females.
How many households are there in Mulagarh?
There are 527 households in Mulagarh.
What is the literacy rate in Mulagarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mulagarh is 75.77%. Male literacy is 79.71% and female literacy is 71.44%.