Muchiliguda - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Muchiliguda is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muchiliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muchiliguda is 425041. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Muchiliguda 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 Muchiliguda
According to the 2011 Census, Muchiliguda village had a total population of 139 people, including 73 males and 66 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 5.31%, with male literacy at 7.02% and female literacy at 3.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 139.
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 | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 139 | 73 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 69 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Muchiliguda
Muchiliguda 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 Muchiliguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Muchiliguda.
| 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 Muchiliguda is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Muchiliguda is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muchiliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muchiliguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Muchiliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muchiliguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muchiliguda
Where is Muchiliguda located?
Muchiliguda village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Muchiliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Muchiliguda is Chandrapur.
What is the pincode of Muchiliguda?
The pincode of Muchiliguda is 765020.
What is the population of Muchiliguda?
Muchiliguda had a total population of 139, including 73 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Muchiliguda?
Muchiliguda had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muchiliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muchiliguda was 5.31%. Male literacy was 7.02% and female literacy was 3.57%.