Dunda
Dunda is a village located in Sadak Arjuni tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Sadak-arjuni (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Dunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Dunda has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Dunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dunda is 538113. The village spans a total geographical area of 471.18 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Dunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dunda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Dunda
Population of Dunda
Below is a concise population overview of Dunda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 881 | 458 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 39 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 396 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 172 | 62 | 110 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dunda village:
- The total population of Dunda village is around 881, including approximately 458 males and 423 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Dunda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dunda village has 134 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 70 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dunda village is about 80.48%, with male literacy at 86.46% and female literacy at 74.00%.
- There are around 202 households in Dunda village.
Connectivity of Dunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dunda. As per the 2011 stats, Dunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Dunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dunda
- Where is Dunda located?
- Dunda village is situated in Sadak Arjuni Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dunda?
- Dunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Dunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dunda is 881, with 458 males and 423 females.
- How many households are there in Dunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dunda village has a total of 202 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dunda is 80.48%. The male literacy rate is 86.46%, while the female literacy rate is 74.00%.