Munda - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Munda is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Malkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munda is 495899. The village covers a total geographical area of 485.27 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Munda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munda
As per Census 2011, Munda village has a total population of 444 people, consisting of 235 males and 209 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 234 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 308 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Munda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 444 | 235 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 156 | 152 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 141 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 94 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Munda
Munda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Batwani | East | 1.66 km |
| Salaiya | North | 2.45 km |
| Mal Kheda | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Darot Khurd | East | 2.99 km |
| Kahani | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Pindrai | East | 4.02 km |
| Nidhani | North-East | 4.12 km |
| Ghoghari | West | 4.21 km |
| Deori Khurd | East | 4.50 km |
| Hingwani | South | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Munda
Munda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Munda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Munda is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Munda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Munda
Where is Munda located?
Munda village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Munda?
The Gram Panchayat of Munda is Malkheda.
What is the pincode of Munda?
The pincode of Munda is 480886.
What is the population of Munda?
Munda has a total population of 444, including 235 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Munda?
There are 113 households in Munda.
What is the literacy rate in Munda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munda is 52.70%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 44.50%.