Rund Mal - Sondawa, Alirajpur
Rund Mal is a village situated in the Sondawa tehsil of Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 66 km from Alirajpur and around 66 km from Alirajpur. Badi Gendra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rund Mal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rund Mal is 505398. The village covers a total geographical area of 81.7 hectares and falls under the 457888 pincode. Alirajpur is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Rund Mal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alirajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratlam Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rund Mal
According to the 2011 Census, Rund Mal village had a total population of 783 people, including 406 males and 377 females, living in 127 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.57%, with male literacy at 33.75% and female literacy at 22.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 780.
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 | 783 | 406 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 89 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 780 | 404 | 376 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 107 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 609 | 299 | 310 |
Nearby Villages of Rund Mal
Rund Mal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badi Gendra | North | 1.91 km |
| Fadtala Badi | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Kalibel | North-West | 2.62 km |
| Ajanbara | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Gendra Chhoti | North | 3.50 km |
| Sakarja | South | 3.61 km |
| Fadtala Chhoti | North-East | 3.80 km |
| Khundi | South-West | 3.91 km |
| Mathwad | West | 5.00 km |
| Karajwani | North-West | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rund Mal
Rund Mal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Vadodara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Alirajpur to Rund Mal is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rund Mal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rund Mal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rund Mal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rund Mal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rund Mal
Where is Rund Mal located?
Rund Mal village is located in Sondawa Tehsil, Alirajpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rund Mal?
The Gram Panchayat of Rund Mal is Badi Gendra.
What is the pincode of Rund Mal?
The pincode of Rund Mal is 457888.
What is the population of Rund Mal?
Rund Mal had a total population of 783, including 406 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Rund Mal?
Rund Mal had 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rund Mal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rund Mal was 28.57%. Male literacy was 33.75% and female literacy was 22.95%.