Gundur - Basavakalyan, Bidar
Gundur is a village situated in the Basavakalyan taluka of Bidar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Basavakalyan and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Bidar. Gundur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundur is 599793. The village covers a total geographical area of 1778.48 hectares and falls under the 585419 pincode. Basavakalyan is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gundur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basavakalyan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bidar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundur
As per Census 2011, Gundur village has a total population of 2,964 people, consisting of 1,523 males and 1,441 females. The village has 559 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 379 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,439 literate and 1,525 illiterate residents. Additionally, 730 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,964 | 1,523 | 1,441 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 193 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 730 | 379 | 351 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,162 | 586 | 576 |
| Literate Population | 1,439 | 868 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,525 | 655 | 870 |
Nearby Villages of Gundur
Gundur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Urki | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Ilhal | East | 3.56 km |
| Algood | West | 3.67 km |
| Hipparga Ghat | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Kamlewadi | North-West | 4.84 km |
| Saidapur | South | 4.96 km |
| Atlapur | North-East | 5.07 km |
| Mantala | North | 5.11 km |
| Mirzapur | North-East | 5.82 km |
| Khanapur B | South-East | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gundur
Gundur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bablad, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.2 km.
| 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 Basavakalyan to Gundur is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bidar to Gundur is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gundur
Where is Gundur located?
Gundur village is located in Basavakalyan Taluka, Bidar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundur?
Gundur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gundur?
The pincode of Gundur is 585419.
What is the population of Gundur?
Gundur has a total population of 2,964, including 1,523 males and 1,441 females.
How many households are there in Gundur?
There are 559 households in Gundur.
What is the literacy rate in Gundur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundur is 48.55%. Male literacy is 56.99% and female literacy is 39.63%.