Tunda - Mundra, Kachchh
Tunda is a village situated in the Mundra taluka of Kachchh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mundra and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bhuj. Bhopavandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tunda is 507325. The village covers a total geographical area of 1314.3 hectares and falls under the 370435 pincode. Mandvi is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tunda
As per Census 2011, Tunda village has a total population of 12,471 people, consisting of 11,261 males and 1,210 females. The village has 3,134 households and a sex ratio of 107 females per 1,000 males. There are 441 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 10,135 literate and 2,336 illiterate residents. Additionally, 109 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,471 | 11,261 | 1,210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 441 | 234 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 61 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 10,135 | 9,605 | 530 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,336 | 1,656 | 680 |
Nearby Villages of Tunda
Tunda 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 Tunda
Tunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mandvi to Tunda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhuj to Tunda 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 Tunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tunda
Where is Tunda located?
Tunda village is located in Mundra Taluka, Kachchh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Tunda is Bhopavandh.
What is the pincode of Tunda?
The pincode of Tunda is 370435.
What is the population of Tunda?
Tunda has a total population of 12,471, including 11,261 males and 1,210 females.
How many households are there in Tunda?
There are 3,134 households in Tunda.
What is the literacy rate in Tunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tunda is 81.27%. Male literacy is 85.29% and female literacy is 43.80%.