Mundla - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Mundla is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 108 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Mundla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundla is 469463. The village covers a total geographical area of 393.38 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Mundla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mundla
According to the 2011 Census, Mundla village had a total population of 935 people, including 496 males and 439 females, living in 216 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.82%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 60.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 935 | 496 | 439 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 56 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 60 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 385 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 308 | 111 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Mundla
Mundla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chirdi | South | 1.56 km |
| Ruparel | East | 1.82 km |
| Bhamakhedi | North | 2.12 km |
| Parasali | West | 2.25 km |
| Udalyakhedi | North-East | 2.30 km |
| Bakana | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Bhadka | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Bhunki | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Lakhamakhedi | North-West | 3.48 km |
| Baradiya Istmurar | South-East | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundla
Mundla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.1 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 Shamgarh to Mundla is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Mundla is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundla 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 Mundla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundla 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 Mundla
Where is Mundla located?
Mundla village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundla?
Mundla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Mundla?
The pincode of Mundla is 458883.
What is the population of Mundla?
Mundla had a total population of 935, including 496 males and 439 females.
How many households are there in Mundla?
Mundla had 216 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundla was 74.82%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 60.80%.