Mundla Chand - Berasia, Bhopal
Mundla Chand is a village situated in the Berasia tehsil of Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berasia and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhopal. Tarawali Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundla Chand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundla Chand is 482175. The village covers a total geographical area of 376.51 hectares and falls under the 463111 pincode. Berasia is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mundla Chand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Berasia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhopal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundla Chand
According to the 2011 Census, Mundla Chand village had a total population of 503 people, including 280 males and 223 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 796 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.30%, with male literacy at 96.02% and female literacy at 71.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126.
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 | 503 | 280 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 29 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 383 | 241 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 39 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Mundla Chand
Mundla Chand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajuria Ranku | South | 1.90 km |
| Laharpur | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Umariya | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Byonchi | East | 2.89 km |
| Babachiya | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Shajakhedi | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Pipalkheda Kalan | South-East | 3.67 km |
| Narela Damodar | South-West | 4.21 km |
| Ratankhadan | South-West | 4.55 km |
| Porukhedi | South | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundla Chand
Mundla Chand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sanchi, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.6 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 Berasia to Mundla Chand is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhopal to Mundla Chand is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundla Chand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundla Chand 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 Mundla Chand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundla Chand 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 Mundla Chand
Where is Mundla Chand located?
Mundla Chand village is located in Berasia Tehsil, Bhopal district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundla Chand?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundla Chand is Tarawali Khurd.
What is the pincode of Mundla Chand?
The pincode of Mundla Chand is 463111.
What is the population of Mundla Chand?
Mundla Chand had a total population of 503, including 280 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Mundla Chand?
Mundla Chand had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundla Chand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundla Chand was 85.30%. Male literacy was 96.02% and female literacy was 71.72%.