Thunguni - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Thunguni is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Dhuradhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thunguni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thunguni is 502045. The village covers a total geographical area of 612 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Thunguni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thunguni
According to the 2011 Census, Thunguni village had a total population of 412 people, including 200 males and 212 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.68%, with male literacy at 75.74% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 405.
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 | 412 | 200 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 195 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 128 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 72 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Thunguni
Thunguni 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 Thunguni
Thunguni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shahdol to Thunguni is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Thunguni is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thunguni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thunguni 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thunguni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thunguni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Thunguni
Where is Thunguni located?
Thunguni village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thunguni?
The Gram Panchayat of Thunguni is Dhuradhar.
What is the pincode of Thunguni?
The pincode of Thunguni is 484881.
What is the population of Thunguni?
Thunguni had a total population of 412, including 200 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Thunguni?
Thunguni had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thunguni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thunguni was 62.68%. Male literacy was 75.74% and female literacy was 50.00%.