Dunda - Harrai, Chhindwara
Dunda is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Partapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunda is 494141. The village covers a total geographical area of 566.63 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Dunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dunda
According to the 2011 Census, Dunda village had a total population of 206 people, including 105 males and 101 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.01%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 49.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 187.
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 | 206 | 105 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 187 | 93 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 60 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 45 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Dunda
Dunda 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 Dunda
Dunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Harrai to Dunda is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Dunda is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Dunda
Where is Dunda located?
Dunda village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunda is Partapur.
What is the pincode of Dunda?
The pincode of Dunda is 480224.
What is the population of Dunda?
Dunda had a total population of 206, including 105 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Dunda?
Dunda had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunda was 58.01%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 49.45%.