Kunda - Shahpura, Jabalpur
Kunda is a village situated in the Shahpura tehsil of Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpura and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Jabalpur. Imeliya-7 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunda is 489624. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 483119 pincode. Shahpura is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bargi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kunda village had a total population of 500 people, including 262 males and 238 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.12%, with male literacy at 91.16% and female literacy at 49.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 499.
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 | 500 | 262 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 261 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 196 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 66 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Kunda
Kunda 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 Kunda
Public transport in the Kunda is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shahpura to Kunda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jabalpur to Kunda is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunda 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 Kunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunda
Where is Kunda located?
Kunda village is located in Shahpura Tehsil, Jabalpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunda is Imeliya-7.
What is the pincode of Kunda?
The pincode of Kunda is 483119.
What is the population of Kunda?
Kunda had a total population of 500, including 262 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Kunda?
Kunda had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunda was 71.12%. Male literacy was 91.16% and female literacy was 49.24%.