Dunda - Powayan, Shahjahanpur
Dunda is a village situated in the Powayan tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Powayan and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Shahjahanpur. Mukempur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dunda is 133096. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.73 hectares and falls under the 242401 pincode.
Dunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Powayan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dunda
According to the 2011 Census, Dunda village had a total population of 603 people, including 327 males and 276 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.52%, with male literacy at 96.90% and female literacy at 91.83%.
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 | 603 | 327 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 37 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 517 | 281 | 236 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 46 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Dunda
Dunda 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 Dunda
Dunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shahjahanpur to Dunda is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dunda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dunda
Where is Dunda located?
Dunda village is located in Powayan Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Dunda is Mukempur.
What is the pincode of Dunda?
The pincode of Dunda is 242401.
What is the population of Dunda?
Dunda had a total population of 603, including 327 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Dunda?
Dunda had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dunda was 94.52%. Male literacy was 96.90% and female literacy was 91.83%.