Mundur-I - Palakkad
Mundur-I is a village situated in the Palakkad taluka of Palakkad district, Kerala. It is located approximately 12 km from Palakkad, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Mundur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundur-I village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundur-I is 627634. The village covers a total geographical area of 1829 hectares and falls under the 678592 pincode. Palakkad is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Mundur-I village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malampuzha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palakkad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundur-I
As per Census 2011, Mundur-I village has a total population of 20,334 people, consisting of 9,780 males and 10,554 females. The village has 4,644 households and a sex ratio of 1,079 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,029 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 16,267 literate and 4,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3,127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 12 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundur-I are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,334 | 9,780 | 10,554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,029 | 1,031 | 998 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3,127 | 1,546 | 1,581 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 16,267 | 8,197 | 8,070 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,067 | 1,583 | 2,484 |
Nearby Villages of Mundur-I
Mundur-I 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundur-ii | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Parli-i | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Parli-ii | South | 4.37 km |
| Kongad-i | North-West | 5.48 km |
| Pirayiri (ct) | South-East | 7.77 km |
| Karimba -ii | North | 7.81 km |
| Kottayi-i | South-West | 8.23 km |
| Mankara | South-West | 8.29 km |
| Kottayi-ii | South | 9.12 km |
| Mathur -ii | South | 9.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundur-I
Mundur-I is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Parli, while the nearest airport is Coimbatore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palakkad to Mundur-I is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundur-I
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundur-I village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mundur-I
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundur-I 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 Mundur-I
Where is Mundur-I located?
Mundur-I village is located in Palakkad Taluka, Palakkad district, Kerala, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundur-I?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundur-I is Mundur.
What is the pincode of Mundur-I?
The pincode of Mundur-I is 678592.
What is the population of Mundur-I?
Mundur-I has a total population of 20,334, including 9,780 males and 10,554 females.
How many households are there in Mundur-I?
There are 4,644 households in Mundur-I.
What is the literacy rate in Mundur-I?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundur-I is 80.00%. Male literacy is 83.81% and female literacy is 76.46%.