Phunda - Golamunda, Kalahandi
Phunda is a village situated in the Golamunda tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Golamunda and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Funda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phunda is 423910. The village covers a total geographical area of 258 hectares and falls under the 766029 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Phunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Phunda
As per Census 2011, Phunda village has a total population of 1,487 people, consisting of 738 males and 749 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 665 literate and 822 illiterate residents. Additionally, 362 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,487 | 738 | 749 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 94 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 169 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 86 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 396 | 269 |
| Illiterate Population | 822 | 342 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Phunda
Phunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Farang | West | 1.30 km |
| Chilgaon | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Karlaguda | North | 1.78 km |
| Bagabahal | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Atigaon | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Borguda | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Talamala | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Kandulguda | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Bandhagaon | East | 3.70 km |
| Kumbhari | West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Phunda
Phunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Phunda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Phunda is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Phunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Phunda 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Phunda
Where is Phunda located?
Phunda village is located in Golamunda Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Phunda is Funda.
What is the pincode of Phunda?
The pincode of Phunda is 766029.
What is the population of Phunda?
Phunda has a total population of 1,487, including 738 males and 749 females.
How many households are there in Phunda?
There are 388 households in Phunda.
What is the literacy rate in Phunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phunda is 44.72%. Male literacy is 53.66% and female literacy is 35.91%.