Mugpal - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Mugpal is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from Charamal and around 56 km from Sambalpur. Charmal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mugpal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mugpal is 382317. The village covers a total geographical area of 347 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Mugpal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mugpal
According to the 2011 Census, Mugpal village had a total population of 170 people, including 82 males and 88 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 87.14% and female literacy at 64.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 170 | 82 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 7 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 61 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 21 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Mugpal
Mugpal 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 Mugpal
Public transport in the Mugpal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Mugpal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Redhakhol to Mugpal is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Mugpal is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mugpal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mugpal 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 Mugpal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mugpal 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 Mugpal
Where is Mugpal located?
Mugpal village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mugpal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mugpal is Charmal.
What is the pincode of Mugpal?
The pincode of Mugpal is 768106.
What is the population of Mugpal?
Mugpal had a total population of 170, including 82 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Mugpal?
Mugpal had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mugpal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mugpal was 75.00%. Male literacy was 87.14% and female literacy was 64.10%.