Tunder - Bhairamgarh, Bijapur
Tunder is a village situated in the Bhairamgarh tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 82 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhairamgarh and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Bengloor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tunder village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tunder is 451293. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.93 hectares and falls under the 494450 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Tunder village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tunder
According to the 2011 Census, Tunder village had a total population of 224 people, including 101 males and 123 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,218 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 19.10%, with male literacy at 20.99% and female literacy at 17.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 224 | 101 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 101 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 190 | 84 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Tunder
Tunder 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 Tunder
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tunder.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Dantewada to Tunder is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Tunder is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tunder
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tunder village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tunder
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tunder village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Tunder
Where is Tunder located?
Tunder village is located in Bhairamgarh Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tunder?
The Gram Panchayat of Tunder is Bengloor.
What is the pincode of Tunder?
The pincode of Tunder is 494450.
What is the population of Tunder?
Tunder had a total population of 224, including 101 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Tunder?
Tunder had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tunder?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunder was 19.10%. Male literacy was 20.99% and female literacy was 17.53%.