Mungwal
Mungwal is a village located in Bhanupratappur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Bhanupratappur (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Mungwal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mungwal unique in its vibrant Bhanupratappur-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Mungwal’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mungwal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mungwal is 447592. The village spans a total geographical area of 923.74 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494670. Bhanupratappur is nearest town to Mungwal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Mungwal village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhanupratappur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Mungwal
Population of Mungwal
According to the 2011 Census, Mungwal has a total population of about 1,033, with approximately 522 males and 511 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 135 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 31 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 925. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.31%, with male literacy at about 60.34% and female literacy near 42.07%. There are around 205 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mungwal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,033 | 522 | 511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 64 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 925 | 473 | 452 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 315 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 503 | 207 | 296 |
Connectivity of Mungwal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mungwal. As per the 2011 stats, Mungwal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mungwal
Knowing the nearby villages of Mungwal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mungwal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mungwal
- Where is Mungwal located?
- Mungwal village is situated in Bhanupratappur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mungwal?
- Mungwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mungwal?
- The pincode of Mungwal is 494670, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mungwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mungwal is 1,033, with 522 males and 511 females.
- How many households are there in Mungwal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mungwal village has a total of 205 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mungwal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mungwal is 51.31%. The male literacy rate is 60.34%, while the female literacy rate is 42.07%.