Mundira - Illambazar, Birbhum
Mundira is a village situated in the Illambazar subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Illambazar and around 40.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Joydev-kenduli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundira is 317969. The village covers a total geographical area of 151.76 hectares and falls under the 731124 pincode. Bolpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Mundira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mundira
As per Census 2011, Mundira village has a total population of 49 people, consisting of 21 males and 28 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,333 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 24 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mundira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 5 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Mundira
Mundira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balarpur | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Bhubanaswer | East | 1.43 km |
| Kajladihi | South | 1.49 km |
| Joydev Kenduli | North | 1.60 km |
| Janubazar | North-East | 1.67 km |
| Rautdihi | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Sugar | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Nabagram | West | 2.09 km |
| Krishnapur | West | 2.14 km |
| Dhulpur | East | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mundira
Mundira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajbandh, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 16.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bolpur to Mundira is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Suri to Mundira is about 40.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mundira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mundira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundira 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mundira
Where is Mundira located?
Mundira village is located in Illambazar Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundira?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundira is Joydev-kenduli.
What is the pincode of Mundira?
The pincode of Mundira is 731124.
What is the population of Mundira?
Mundira has a total population of 49, including 21 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Mundira?
There are 11 households in Mundira.
What is the literacy rate in Mundira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundira is 48.98%. Male literacy is 76.19% and female literacy is 28.57%.