Munjal Kanker - Usur, Bijapur
Munjal Kanker is a village situated in the Usur tehsil of Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Usur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bijapur. Engpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munjal Kanker village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munjal Kanker is 450863. The village covers a total geographical area of 591.2 hectares and falls under the 494447 pincode. Dantewada is the nearest town, located about 103 km away.
Munjal Kanker 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 Munjal Kanker
According to the 2011 Census, Munjal Kanker village had a total population of 296 people, including 159 males and 137 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 862 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.97%, with male literacy at 45.00% and female literacy at 15.09%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
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 | 296 | 159 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 120 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 70 | 54 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 105 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Munjal Kanker
Munjal Kanker 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Engpalli | North-West | 2.72 km |
| Jinippa | South-West | 3.72 km |
| Farsapalli | North | 4.67 km |
| Lankapalli | South | 4.94 km |
| Ilmidi | South-East | 5.71 km |
| Bhattiguda | North-West | 6.49 km |
| Cherakdodi | East | 6.50 km |
| Sankanpalli | North-West | 6.54 km |
| Pawrel | North | 7.30 km |
| Penkram | East | 7.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munjal Kanker
Munjal Kanker is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bacheli, while the nearest airport is Warangal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 108.3 km.
| 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 Munjal Kanker is about 103 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bijapur to Munjal Kanker is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munjal Kanker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munjal Kanker village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Munjal Kanker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munjal Kanker 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Munjal Kanker
Where is Munjal Kanker located?
Munjal Kanker village is located in Usur Tehsil, Bijapur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munjal Kanker?
The Gram Panchayat of Munjal Kanker is Engpalli.
What is the pincode of Munjal Kanker?
The pincode of Munjal Kanker is 494447.
What is the population of Munjal Kanker?
Munjal Kanker had a total population of 296, including 159 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Munjal Kanker?
Munjal Kanker had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munjal Kanker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munjal Kanker was 30.97%. Male literacy was 45.00% and female literacy was 15.09%.