Mundajore - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Mundajore is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lathikata and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Mundajore village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundajore is 384624. The village covers a total geographical area of 550 hectares and falls under the 770037 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Mundajore village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Raghunathpali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundajore
As per Census 2011, Mundajore village has a total population of 1,113 people, consisting of 577 males and 536 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 217 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 512 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 683 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundajore are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,113 | 577 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 121 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 683 | 354 | 329 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 308 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 269 | 332 |
Nearby Villages of Mundajore
Mundajore 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramjodi | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Patobeda | East | 3.93 km |
| Manko | South | 4.22 km |
| Birkera | North-East | 4.70 km |
| Kanarsuan | South-West | 4.98 km |
| Ambajharan | South-East | 5.23 km |
| Kukuda | North | 5.44 km |
| Sunaparbat | West | 5.77 km |
| Sansunaparbat | West | 5.81 km |
| Sanambajharan | South-East | 5.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundajore
Mundajore is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dumerta, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Mundajore is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Mundajore is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundajore
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundajore village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundajore
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundajore village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mundajore
Where is Mundajore located?
Mundajore village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundajore?
Mundajore is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mundajore?
The pincode of Mundajore is 770037.
What is the population of Mundajore?
Mundajore has a total population of 1,113, including 577 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Mundajore?
There are 228 households in Mundajore.
What is the literacy rate in Mundajore?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundajore is 46.00%. Male literacy is 53.38% and female literacy is 38.06%.