Mushki - Padmapur, Rayagada
Mushki is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Likitipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mushki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mushki is 427098. The village covers a total geographical area of 617 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Mushki 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 Mushki
According to the 2011 Census, Mushki village had a total population of 494 people, including 239 males and 255 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.65%, with male literacy at 47.42% and female literacy at 22.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 441.
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 | 494 | 239 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 26 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 441 | 211 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 101 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 345 | 138 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Mushki
Mushki is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Khilingiri | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Badapalli | South | 1.92 km |
| Kindraguda | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Likiti Padar | East | 3.05 km |
| Sourapali | South | 3.25 km |
| Kurundi | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Harlaguda | North-West | 3.53 km |
| Pindagudi | South | 3.86 km |
| Hirijingi | South-West | 3.89 km |
| Jigidi Padar | East | 4.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mushki
Mushki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gunupur, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gunupur to Mushki is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Mushki is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mushki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mushki 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Mushki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mushki 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Mushki
Where is Mushki located?
Mushki village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mushki?
The Gram Panchayat of Mushki is Likitipadar.
What is the pincode of Mushki?
The pincode of Mushki is 765025.
What is the population of Mushki?
Mushki had a total population of 494, including 239 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Mushki?
Mushki had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mushki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mushki was 34.65%. Male literacy was 47.42% and female literacy was 22.12%.