Makangudi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Makangudi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makangudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makangudi is 425053. The village covers a total geographical area of 468 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Makangudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makangudi
According to the 2011 Census, Makangudi village had a total population of 362 people, including 181 males and 181 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.41%, with male literacy at 33.11% and female literacy at 11.92%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 358.
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 | 362 | 181 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 358 | 179 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 49 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 132 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Makangudi
Makangudi 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 Makangudi
Public transport in the Makangudi 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gudari to Makangudi is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Makangudi is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makangudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makangudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Makangudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makangudi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Makangudi
Where is Makangudi located?
Makangudi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makangudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Makangudi is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Makangudi?
The pincode of Makangudi is 765020.
What is the population of Makangudi?
Makangudi had a total population of 362, including 181 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Makangudi?
Makangudi had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makangudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makangudi was 22.41%. Male literacy was 33.11% and female literacy was 11.92%.