Gunawal - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Gunawal is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Barhat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunawal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunawal is 503516. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.4 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Gunawal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunawal
According to the 2011 Census, Gunawal village had a total population of 456 people, including 236 males and 220 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.12%, with male literacy at 74.30% and female literacy at 53.71%.
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 | 456 | 236 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 57 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 133 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 229 | 103 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Gunawal
Gunawal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padri | West | 1.28 km |
| Manikpur | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Sonhara | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Mudpela | North | 1.82 km |
| Vijaypur | East | 2.20 km |
| Amapadri | West | 2.34 km |
| Niyas | West | 2.51 km |
| Barhat | North-East | 2.54 km |
| Natwar | East | 3.32 km |
| Parsauna | North | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gunawal
Gunawal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gondwali, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.6 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 Singrauli to Gunawal is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunawal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunawal 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 Gunawal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunawal 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 Gunawal
Where is Gunawal located?
Gunawal village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gunawal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunawal is Barhat.
What is the pincode of Gunawal?
The pincode of Gunawal is 486882.
What is the population of Gunawal?
Gunawal had a total population of 456, including 236 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Gunawal?
Gunawal had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunawal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunawal was 64.12%. Male literacy was 74.30% and female literacy was 53.71%.