Dundu - Lundra, Surguja
Dundu is a village situated in the Lundra tehsil of Surguja district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lundra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Ambikapur. Dundu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dundu is 433337. The village covers a total geographical area of 530 hectares and falls under the 497101 pincode. Rajpur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Dundu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lundra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Surguja Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dundu
As per Census 2011, Dundu village has a total population of 961 people, consisting of 523 males and 438 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 527 literate and 434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 608 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dundu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 961 | 523 | 438 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 68 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 9 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 608 | 324 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 527 | 342 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 181 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Dundu
Dundu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saraidih | West | 1.46 km |
| Bhelai Kalan | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Chhermunda | East | 2.21 km |
| Deori | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Jamoni | North | 2.57 km |
| Dhaurpur | West | 2.85 km |
| Asandih | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Karouli | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Nawdiha | South | 3.56 km |
| Masga | West | 3.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dundu
Dundu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ambikapur, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 123.8 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 Rajpur to Dundu is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ambikapur to Dundu is about 45 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 Dundu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dundu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dundu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dundu 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 Dundu
Where is Dundu located?
Dundu village is located in Lundra Tehsil, Surguja district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dundu?
Dundu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dundu?
The pincode of Dundu is 497101.
What is the population of Dundu?
Dundu has a total population of 961, including 523 males and 438 females.
How many households are there in Dundu?
There are 230 households in Dundu.
What is the literacy rate in Dundu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dundu is 54.84%. Male literacy is 65.39% and female literacy is 42.24%.