Gundrai - Silwani, Raisen
Gundrai is a village situated in the Silwani tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Silwani and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Gundrai 2 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundrai is 484893. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.09 hectares and falls under the 464886 pincode. Silwani is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Gundrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gundrai
As per Census 2011, Gundrai village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 218 males and 204 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 225 literate and 197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 371 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 218 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 38 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 194 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 139 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 79 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Gundrai
Gundrai 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 Gundrai
Gundrai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Silwani to Gundrai is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Gundrai is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundrai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundrai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gundrai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundrai 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 Gundrai
Where is Gundrai located?
Gundrai village is located in Silwani Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundrai is Gundrai 2.
What is the pincode of Gundrai?
The pincode of Gundrai is 464886.
What is the population of Gundrai?
Gundrai has a total population of 422, including 218 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Gundrai?
There are 97 households in Gundrai.
What is the literacy rate in Gundrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundrai is 53.32%. Male literacy is 63.76% and female literacy is 42.16%.