Laundi - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Laundi 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. Bilaya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Laundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Laundi is 505960. The village covers a total geographical area of 160.08 hectares and falls under the 450551 pincode. Sanawad is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Laundi 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 Laundi
As per Census 2011, Laundi village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 170 males and 188 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,105 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 172 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 330 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Laundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 170 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 31 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 330 | 157 | 173 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 104 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 66 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Laundi
Laundi 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 Laundi
Laundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Laundi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sanawad to Laundi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Laundi 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 Laundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Laundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Laundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Laundi 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 Laundi
Where is Laundi located?
Laundi village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Laundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Laundi is Bilaya.
What is the pincode of Laundi?
The pincode of Laundi is 450551.
What is the population of Laundi?
Laundi has a total population of 358, including 170 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Laundi?
There are 76 households in Laundi.
What is the literacy rate in Laundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Laundi is 51.96%. Male literacy is 61.18% and female literacy is 43.62%.