Gundjur - Etapalli, Gadchiroli
Gundjur is a village situated in the Etapalli tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Etapalli and around 168 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Gatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gundjur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundjur is 539628. The village covers a total geographical area of 888.47 hectares and falls under the 442704 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 168 km away.
Gundjur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gundjur
According to the 2011 Census, Gundjur village had a total population of 188 people, including 101 males and 87 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.25%, with male literacy at 55.91% and female literacy at 30.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 186.
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 | 188 | 101 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 100 | 86 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 52 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 49 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Gundjur
Gundjur 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 Gundjur
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gundjur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Gundjur is about 168 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundjur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundjur 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 Gundjur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundjur 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 Gundjur
Where is Gundjur located?
Gundjur village is located in Etapalli Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gundjur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gundjur is Gatta.
What is the pincode of Gundjur?
The pincode of Gundjur is 442704.
What is the population of Gundjur?
Gundjur had a total population of 188, including 101 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Gundjur?
Gundjur had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundjur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundjur was 44.25%. Male literacy was 55.91% and female literacy was 30.86%.