Munikhal - Muniguda, Rayagada
Munikhal is a village situated in the Muniguda tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Muniguda and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Munikhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munikhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munikhal is 424951. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Munikhal 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 Munikhal
As per Census 2011, Munikhal village has a total population of 2,992 people, consisting of 1,828 males and 1,164 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 636 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,249 literate and 743 illiterate residents. Additionally, 484 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,098 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munikhal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,992 | 1,828 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 157 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 484 | 322 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,098 | 437 | 661 |
| Literate Population | 2,249 | 1,502 | 747 |
| Illiterate Population | 743 | 326 | 417 |
Nearby Villages of Munikhal
Munikhal 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 Munikhal
Munikhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Munikhal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Munikhal is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Munikhal is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munikhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munikhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Munikhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munikhal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Munikhal
Where is Munikhal located?
Munikhal village is located in Muniguda Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munikhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Munikhal is Munikhol.
What is the pincode of Munikhal?
The pincode of Munikhal is 765020.
What is the population of Munikhal?
Munikhal has a total population of 2,992, including 1,828 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Munikhal?
There are 388 households in Munikhal.
What is the literacy rate in Munikhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munikhal is 75.17%. Male literacy is 82.17% and female literacy is 64.18%.