Munda - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Munda is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Jhigidi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munda is 425250. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Munda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munda
According to the 2011 Census, Munda village had a total population of 253 people, including 124 males and 129 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.60%, with male literacy at 67.71% and female literacy at 30.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 249.
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 | 253 | 124 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 121 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 65 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 59 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Munda
Munda 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 Munda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Munda. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Munda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Munda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Munda is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Munda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munda 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 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munda
Where is Munda located?
Munda village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munda?
The Gram Panchayat of Munda is Jhigidi.
What is the pincode of Munda?
The pincode of Munda is 765019.
What is the population of Munda?
Munda had a total population of 253, including 124 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Munda?
Munda had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munda was 47.60%. Male literacy was 67.71% and female literacy was 30.36%.