Saundal
Saundal is a village located in Sadak Arjuni tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Sadak-arjuni (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Saundad is the gram panchayat of Saundal village.
Saundal 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 Saundal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Saundal is 538098. The village spans a total geographical area of 1255.38 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Saundal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Saundal 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 Saundal
Population of Saundal
Below is a concise population overview of Saundal 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Saundal village:
- The total population of Saundal village is around 7,257, including approximately 3,629 males and 3,628 females, with a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 784 children aged 0–6 years in Saundal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Saundal village has 1,423 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 114 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Saundal village is about 77.24%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 71.66%.
- There are around 1,674 households in Saundal village.
Connectivity of Saundal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Saundal. As per the 2011 stats, Saundal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Saundal
Knowing the nearby villages of Saundal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Saundal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Saundal
- Where is Saundal located?
- Saundal village is situated in Sadak Arjuni Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Saundal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Saundal is Saundad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Saundal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Saundal is 7,257, with 3,629 males and 3,628 females.
- How many households are there in Saundal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Saundal village has a total of 1,674 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Saundal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Saundal is 77.24%. The male literacy rate is 82.81%, while the female literacy rate is 71.66%.