Gundera - Aheri, Gadchiroli
Gundera is a village situated in the Aheri tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aheri and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Wedampalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundera is 539952. The village covers a total geographical area of 260.34 hectares and falls under the 442709 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 165 km away.
Gundera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gundera
As per Census 2011, Gundera village has a total population of 300 people, consisting of 158 males and 142 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 288 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gundera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 158 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 150 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 105 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 53 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Gundera
Gundera 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 Gundera
Gundera 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Gundera is about 165 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gundera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gundera
Where is Gundera located?
Gundera village is located in Aheri Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundera is Wedampalli.
What is the pincode of Gundera?
The pincode of Gundera is 442709.
What is the population of Gundera?
Gundera has a total population of 300, including 158 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Gundera?
There are 70 households in Gundera.
What is the literacy rate in Gundera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundera is 58.00%. Male literacy is 66.46% and female literacy is 48.59%.