Munda - Patera, Damoh
Munda is a village situated in the Patera tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patera and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Muari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munda is 461945. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.26 hectares and falls under the 470772 pincode. Damoh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Munda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Munda
According to the 2011 Census, Munda village had a total population of 812 people, including 424 males and 388 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.03%, with male literacy at 70.44% and female literacy at 52.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 812 | 424 | 388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 62 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 99 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 255 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 384 | 169 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Munda
Munda 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 Munda
Public transport in the Munda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Munda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Damoh to Munda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Munda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munda 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 Munda
Where is Munda located?
Munda village is located in Patera Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Munda?
The Gram Panchayat of Munda is Muari.
What is the pincode of Munda?
The pincode of Munda is 470772.
What is the population of Munda?
Munda had a total population of 812, including 424 males and 388 females.
How many households are there in Munda?
Munda had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munda was 62.03%. Male literacy was 70.44% and female literacy was 52.74%.