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
As per Census 2011, Tunder village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 101 males and 123 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,217 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 190 illiterate residents. Additionally, 224 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tunder are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 101 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| 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 has a total population of 224, including 101 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Tunder?
There are 50 households in Tunder.
What is the literacy rate in Tunder?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunder is 15.18%. Male literacy is 16.83% and female literacy is 13.82%.