Munigam - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Munigam is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munigam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munigam is 425414. The village covers a total geographical area of 334 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Munigam 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 Munigam
According to the 2011 Census, Munigam village had a total population of 198 people, including 86 males and 112 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,302 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.20%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 35.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 194.
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 | 198 | 86 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 5 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 194 | 83 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 41 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Munigam
Munigam 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 Munigam
Munigam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Rayagada to Munigam is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Munigam is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munigam 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Munigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Munigam
Where is Munigam located?
Munigam village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Munigam is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Munigam?
The pincode of Munigam is 765019.
What is the population of Munigam?
Munigam had a total population of 198, including 86 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Munigam?
Munigam had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munigam was 44.20%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 35.00%.