Gunjali - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Gunjali is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Gunjali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunjali is 505956. The village covers a total geographical area of 450.91 hectares and falls under the 450551 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gunjali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunjali
According to the 2011 Census, Gunjali village had a total population of 2,022 people, including 1,023 males and 999 females, living in 391 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.93%, with male literacy at 79.84% and female literacy at 57.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 562, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 2,022 | 1,023 | 999 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 135 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 284 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,220 | 709 | 511 |
| Illiterate Population | 802 | 314 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Gunjali
Gunjali 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 Gunjali
Gunjali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gunjali.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sanawad to Gunjali is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Gunjali is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunjali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunjali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gunjali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunjali 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 Gunjali
Where is Gunjali located?
Gunjali village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gunjali?
Gunjali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gunjali?
The pincode of Gunjali is 450551.
What is the population of Gunjali?
Gunjali had a total population of 2,022, including 1,023 males and 999 females.
How many households are there in Gunjali?
Gunjali had 391 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjali was 68.93%. Male literacy was 79.84% and female literacy was 57.94%.