Mushapadar - Gudari, Rayagada
Mushapadar is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mushapadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mushapadar is 426874. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Mushapadar 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 Mushapadar
According to the 2011 Census, Mushapadar village had a total population of 68 people, including 31 males and 37 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.58%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 65.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 11 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Mushapadar
Mushapadar 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 Mushapadar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Mushapadar.
| 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 Mushapadar is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Mushapadar is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mushapadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mushapadar 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 Mushapadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mushapadar 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 Mushapadar
Where is Mushapadar located?
Mushapadar village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mushapadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Mushapadar is Siriguda.
What is the pincode of Mushapadar?
The pincode of Mushapadar is 765026.
What is the population of Mushapadar?
Mushapadar had a total population of 68, including 31 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Mushapadar?
Mushapadar had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mushapadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mushapadar was 73.58%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 65.52%.