Dunda - Lahar, Bhind
Dunda is a village situated in the Lahar tehsil of Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahar and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Bhind. Doonda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunda is 453593. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.26 hectares and falls under the 477445 pincode. Lahar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lahar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhind Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunda
As per Census 2011, Dunda village has a total population of 811 people, consisting of 462 males and 349 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 755 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 451 literate and 360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 811 | 462 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 72 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 72 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 308 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 154 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Dunda
Dunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semra | North-East | 0.90 km |
| Sujanpura | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Barha | North | 2.05 km |
| Herpura | East | 2.25 km |
| Baghawali | West | 2.34 km |
| Jaitpura (aswar) | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Aswar | South | 2.89 km |
| Vanvirpura | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Chandawali No.2 | North | 3.61 km |
| Jalalpura | South-West | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dunda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dunda. The nearest railway station is Konch, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lahar to Dunda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhind to Dunda is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunda 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 Dunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunda 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 Dunda
Where is Dunda located?
Dunda village is located in Lahar Tehsil, Bhind district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunda is Doonda.
What is the pincode of Dunda?
The pincode of Dunda is 477445.
What is the population of Dunda?
Dunda has a total population of 811, including 462 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Dunda?
There are 136 households in Dunda.
What is the literacy rate in Dunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunda is 55.61%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 40.97%.