Gungi Dawami - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Gungi Dawami is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Lohangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gungi Dawami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gungi Dawami is 495342. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.97 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Sausar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Gungi Dawami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gungi Dawami
As per Census 2011, Gungi Dawami village has a total population of 692 people, consisting of 348 males and 344 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 417 illiterate residents. Additionally, 678 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gungi Dawami are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 692 | 348 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 87 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 678 | 339 | 339 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 164 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 417 | 184 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Gungi Dawami
Gungi Dawami 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chiwri | North-East | 1.86 km |
| Lohangi | South-West | 2.28 km |
| Paniyari | North-East | 3.11 km |
| Bhimal Gondi | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Badosa | West | 3.44 km |
| Sahanwari | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Chakara | South-East | 4.71 km |
| Khadabeli | North | 5.55 km |
| Devi | West | 5.60 km |
| Khayrinbadosa | West | 5.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gungi Dawami
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gungi Dawami. The nearest railway station is Bhimalgondi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sausar to Gungi Dawami is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Gungi Dawami is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gungi Dawami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gungi Dawami 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gungi Dawami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gungi Dawami village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gungi Dawami
Where is Gungi Dawami located?
Gungi Dawami village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gungi Dawami?
The Gram Panchayat of Gungi Dawami is Lohangi.
What is the pincode of Gungi Dawami?
The pincode of Gungi Dawami is 480111.
What is the population of Gungi Dawami?
Gungi Dawami has a total population of 692, including 348 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Gungi Dawami?
There are 123 households in Gungi Dawami.
What is the literacy rate in Gungi Dawami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gungi Dawami is 39.74%. Male literacy is 47.13% and female literacy is 32.27%.