Kunda - Sailana, Ratlam
Kunda is a village situated in the Sailana tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sailana and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Kunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunda is 470520. The village covers a total geographical area of 285.49 hectares and falls under the 457550 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kunda
As per Census 2011, Kunda village has a total population of 1,211 people, consisting of 615 males and 596 females. The village has 238 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 406 literate and 805 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,201 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,211 | 615 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 109 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,201 | 608 | 593 |
| Literate Population | 406 | 262 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 805 | 353 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Kunda
Kunda 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 Kunda
Kunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sailana to Kunda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Kunda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunda
Where is Kunda located?
Kunda village is located in Sailana Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunda?
Kunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunda?
The pincode of Kunda is 457550.
What is the population of Kunda?
Kunda has a total population of 1,211, including 615 males and 596 females.
How many households are there in Kunda?
There are 238 households in Kunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunda is 33.53%. Male literacy is 42.60% and female literacy is 24.16%.