Gundui - Bandgaon, West Singhbhum
Gundui is a village situated in the Bandgaon subdivision of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Bandgaon and around 95 km from Chaibasa. Sinduribera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundui is 377072. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 833201 pincode. Ckp is the nearest town.
Gundui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manoharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundui
According to the 2011 Census, Gundui village had a total population of 467 people, including 235 males and 232 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.62%, with male literacy at 62.57% and female literacy at 34.97%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 467.
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 | 467 | 235 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 56 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 467 | 235 | 232 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 112 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 123 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Gundui
Gundui 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Solegundi | North | 0.84 km |
| Kita | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Khanda | South | 1.58 km |
| Kerabasa | East | 1.73 km |
| Melgandi | West | 1.78 km |
| Barjo | North | 2.09 km |
| Kaika | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Koman | North-East | 2.62 km |
| Karu | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Lamaburu | West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gundui
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gundui. The nearest railway station is Sonua, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chaibasa to Gundui is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gundui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gundui
Where is Gundui located?
Gundui village is located in Bandgaon Subdivision, West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundui?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundui is Sinduribera.
What is the pincode of Gundui?
The pincode of Gundui is 833201.
What is the population of Gundui?
Gundui had a total population of 467, including 235 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Gundui?
Gundui had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundui was 48.62%. Male literacy was 62.57% and female literacy was 34.97%.