Kundenar - Gidam, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Kundenar is a village situated in the Gidam tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Geedam and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Dantewada. Kundenar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundenar is 450158. The village covers a total geographical area of 753.35 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kundenar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kundenar
According to the 2011 Census, Kundenar village had a total population of 445 people, including 207 males and 238 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.32%, with male literacy at 54.39% and female literacy at 28.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 442.
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 | 445 | 207 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 442 | 205 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 93 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 114 | 179 |
Nearby Villages of Kundenar
Kundenar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alnar | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Surokhi | North-East | 2.22 km |
| Badesurokhi | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Badetumnar | North | 3.46 km |
| Masodi | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Darapal | West | 3.68 km |
| Bangapal | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Faraspal | South | 4.59 km |
| Siyanar | East | 4.97 km |
| Chidrapal | South-West | 5.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kundenar
Kundenar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dantewara, while the nearest airport is Jagdalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Bade Bacheli to Kundenar is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Kundenar is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundenar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundenar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kundenar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundenar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kundenar
Where is Kundenar located?
Kundenar village is located in Gidam Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kundenar?
Kundenar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kundenar?
The pincode of Kundenar is 494449.
What is the population of Kundenar?
Kundenar had a total population of 445, including 207 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Kundenar?
Kundenar had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kundenar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundenar was 40.32%. Male literacy was 54.39% and female literacy was 28.64%.