Muchikucha - Bisra, Sundargarh
Muchikucha is a village situated in the Bisra tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bisra and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Jareikela serves as the Gram Panchayat for Muchikucha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Muchikucha is 384504. The village covers a total geographical area of 30 hectares and falls under the 770036 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Muchikucha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Biramitrapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Muchikucha
According to the 2011 Census, Muchikucha village had a total population of 22 people, including 13 males and 9 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 692 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Muchikucha
Muchikucha 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 Muchikucha
Muchikucha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Muchikucha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Muchikucha is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Muchikucha is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Muchikucha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Muchikucha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Muchikucha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Muchikucha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Muchikucha
Where is Muchikucha located?
Muchikucha village is located in Bisra Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Muchikucha?
The Gram Panchayat of Muchikucha is Jareikela.
What is the pincode of Muchikucha?
The pincode of Muchikucha is 770036.
What is the population of Muchikucha?
Muchikucha had a total population of 22, including 13 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Muchikucha?
Muchikucha had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Muchikucha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Muchikucha was 73.68%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 62.50%.