Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) - Niwas, Mandla
Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) is a village situated in the Niwas tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwas and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Gundlai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) is 492557. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.41 hectares and falls under the 481885 pincode. Niwas is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)
According to the 2011 Census, Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) village had a total population of 1,285 people, including 616 males and 669 females, living in 345 households. The sex ratio was 1,086 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.72%, with male literacy at 83.01% and female literacy at 68.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 427.
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 | 1,285 | 616 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 98 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 427 | 208 | 219 |
| Literate Population | 817 | 430 | 387 |
| Illiterate Population | 468 | 186 | 282 |
Nearby Villages of Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)
Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Harisingori Ryt. | South | 1.75 km |
| Tauri Ryt.(hathitara) | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Sukhari Sangarmpur | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Bhikhampur | East | 3.49 km |
| Malhari Mal. | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Gwara (bhalwara) | West | 4.43 km |
| Kusmi (gajjudeori) | South | 4.91 km |
| Kharkhara | North | 4.95 km |
| Malhari Ryt. | South-West | 5.01 km |
| Bhalwara Mal. | West | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)
Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamtara Paraswara, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.6 km.
| 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 Niwas to Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)
Where is Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) located?
Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) village is located in Niwas Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) is Gundlai.
What is the pincode of Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)?
The pincode of Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) is 481885.
What is the population of Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)?
Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) had a total population of 1,285, including 616 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)?
Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) had 345 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundlai Mal. (Gudlai Mal) was 75.72%. Male literacy was 83.01% and female literacy was 68.98%.