Mundu - Theog, Shimla
Mundu is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Mundu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundu is 025272. The village covers a total geographical area of 226.64 hectares and falls under the 171226 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Mundu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mundu
According to the 2011 Census, Mundu village had a total population of 321 people, including 167 males and 154 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 98.59%, with male literacy at 97.97% and female literacy at 99.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 321 | 167 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 145 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 22 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Mundu
Mundu 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 Mundu
Mundu 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Mundu is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mundu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mundu
Where is Mundu located?
Mundu village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundu?
Mundu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mundu?
The pincode of Mundu is 171226.
What is the population of Mundu?
Mundu had a total population of 321, including 167 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Mundu?
Mundu had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundu was 98.59%. Male literacy was 97.97% and female literacy was 99.26%.