Raunda - Dhamdha, Durg
Raunda is a village situated in the Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamdha and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Durg. Ronda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raunda is 442390. The village covers a total geographical area of 906.05 hectares and falls under the 491331 pincode. Dhamdha is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Raunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Durg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raunda
As per Census 2011, Raunda village has a total population of 1,350 people, consisting of 669 males and 681 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 214 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 784 literate and 566 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,350 | 669 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 214 | 123 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 208 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 453 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 216 | 350 |
Nearby Villages of Raunda
Raunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paraskol | East | 2.41 km |
| Joratarai | West | 3.19 km |
| Konka | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Salhe | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Nawagaon | North | 3.65 km |
| Bhorampur Kalan | West | 3.66 km |
| Singhauri | South-West | 3.67 km |
| Khairjhiti | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Gorpa | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Ghotwani | South | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raunda
Raunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rasmara, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhamdha to Raunda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Durg to Raunda is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raunda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Raunda
Where is Raunda located?
Raunda village is located in Dhamdha Tehsil, Durg district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Raunda is Ronda.
What is the pincode of Raunda?
The pincode of Raunda is 491331.
What is the population of Raunda?
Raunda has a total population of 1,350, including 669 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Raunda?
There are 273 households in Raunda.
What is the literacy rate in Raunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raunda is 58.07%. Male literacy is 67.71% and female literacy is 48.60%.