Saundad - Sadak-Arjuni, Gondia
Saundad is a village situated in the Sadak-Arjuni tehsil of Gondia district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Sadak-arjuni and around 50 km from Gondiya. Saundad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saundad is 538098. The village covers a total geographical area of 1255.38 hectares and falls under the 441806 pincode. Gondiya is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Saundad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saundad
As per Census 2011, Saundad village has a total population of 7,257 people, consisting of 3,629 males and 3,628 females. The village has 1,674 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 784 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,605 literate and 1,652 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,423 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 114 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saundad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,257 | 3,629 | 3,628 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 784 | 395 | 389 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,423 | 729 | 694 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 5,605 | 3,005 | 2,600 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,652 | 624 | 1,028 |
Nearby Villages of Saundad
Saundad 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 Saundad
Saundad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. Saundad has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondiya to Saundad is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saundad
Where is Saundad located?
Saundad village is located in Sadak-Arjuni Tehsil, Gondia district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saundad?
Saundad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saundad?
The pincode of Saundad is 441806.
What is the population of Saundad?
Saundad has a total population of 7,257, including 3,629 males and 3,628 females.
How many households are there in Saundad?
There are 1,674 households in Saundad.
What is the literacy rate in Saundad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saundad is 77.24%. Male literacy is 82.81% and female literacy is 71.66%.