Gundrai - Chhapara, Seoni
Gundrai is a village situated in the Chhapara tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dungaria Chhapara and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Kekda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundrai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundrai is 496038. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.56 hectares and falls under the 480880 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gundrai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundrai
As per Census 2011, Gundrai village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 139 males and 153 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 122 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 181 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundrai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 139 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 86 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 49 | 73 |
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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Gundrai is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Gundrai is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 >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 Chhapara Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundrai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundrai is Kekda.
What is the pincode of Gundrai?
The pincode of Gundrai is 480880.
What is the population of Gundrai?
Gundrai has a total population of 292, including 139 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Gundrai?
There are 63 households in Gundrai.
What is the literacy rate in Gundrai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundrai is 58.22%. Male literacy is 64.75% and female literacy is 52.29%.