Munga - Umreth, Chhindwara
Munga is a village situated in the Umreth tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Umreth and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Munga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munga is 494838. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.52 hectares and falls under the 480001 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Munga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Munga
According to the 2011 Census, Munga village had a total population of 828 people, including 423 males and 405 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.11%, with male literacy at 78.89% and female literacy at 58.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 492.
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 | 828 | 423 | 405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 253 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 510 | 299 | 211 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 124 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Munga
Munga 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 Munga
Munga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Munga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chhindwara to Munga is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Munga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Munga
Where is Munga located?
Munga village is located in Umreth Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munga?
Munga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munga?
The pincode of Munga is 480001.
What is the population of Munga?
Munga had a total population of 828, including 423 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Munga?
Munga had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munga was 69.11%. Male literacy was 78.89% and female literacy was 58.77%.