Saundad - Pauni, Bhandara
Saundad is a village situated in the Pauni tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pauni and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Saundad-khapari(punarvasan) serves as the Village Panchayat for Saundad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saundad is 537287. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.18 hectares and falls under the 441910 pincode. Pauni is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Saundad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Saundad
According to the 2011 Census, Saundad village had a total population of 792 people, including 417 males and 375 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.55%, with male literacy at 88.24% and female literacy at 69.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 147, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 792 | 417 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 75 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 19 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 330 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 228 | 87 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Saundad
Saundad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khapari (saundad) | South | 1.49 km |
| Surbodi | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Sirsi(punarvasit) | West | 2.54 km |
| Nerala | North-East | 2.73 km |
| Sawargaon | North | 2.83 km |
| Tudka | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Kharada | South-West | 3.56 km |
| Pathari(pu) | South | 3.58 km |
| Pipri | North-West | 3.62 km |
| Chakara | South-East | 3.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saundad
Saundad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhiwapur, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Railway Station | No | - |
Banking and Postal Services in Saundad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saundad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Saundad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saundad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saundad
Where is Saundad located?
Saundad village is located in Pauni Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Saundad?
The Village Panchayat of Saundad is Saundad-khapari(punarvasan).
What is the pincode of Saundad?
The pincode of Saundad is 441910.
What is the population of Saundad?
Saundad had a total population of 792, including 417 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Saundad?
Saundad had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saundad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saundad was 79.55%. Male literacy was 88.24% and female literacy was 69.85%.