Munda - Muniguda, Rayagada
Munda is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Munikhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munda is 424937. The village covers a total geographical area of 278 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 72 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
As per Census 2011, Munda village has a total population of 71 people, consisting of 29 males and 42 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,448 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 71 | 29 | 42 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 20 | 41 |
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 in the Munda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Munda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Munda is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Munda is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 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 5-10 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munda
Where is Munda located?
Munda village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munda?
The Gram Panchayat of Munda is Munikhol.
What is the pincode of Munda?
The pincode of Munda is 765020.
What is the population of Munda?
Munda has a total population of 71, including 29 males and 42 females.
How many households are there in Munda?
There are 16 households in Munda.
What is the literacy rate in Munda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munda is 14.08%. Male literacy is 31.03% and female literacy is 2.38%.