Munund - Chhal, Raigarh
Munund is a village situated in the Chhal tehsil of Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from Dharamjaigarh and around 60 km from Raigarh. Munund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munund is 434484. The village covers a total geographical area of 1546.64 hectares and falls under the 496116 pincode. Dharamjaigarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Munund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharamjaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munund
As per Census 2011, Munund village has a total population of 2,257 people, consisting of 1,102 males and 1,155 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 1,048 females per 1,000 males. There are 300 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,187 literate and 1,070 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,659 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,257 | 1,102 | 1,155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 155 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,659 | 802 | 857 |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 696 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,070 | 406 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Munund
Munund 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 Munund
Munund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Dharamjaigarh to Munund is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raigarh to Munund is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Munund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munund 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 Munund
Where is Munund located?
Munund village is located in Chhal Tehsil, Raigarh district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munund?
Munund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munund?
The pincode of Munund is 496116.
What is the population of Munund?
Munund has a total population of 2,257, including 1,102 males and 1,155 females.
How many households are there in Munund?
There are 466 households in Munund.
What is the literacy rate in Munund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munund is 52.59%. Male literacy is 63.16% and female literacy is 42.51%.