Kund - Netrang, Bharuch
Kund is a village situated in the Netrang taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 40 km from Jhagadia and around 60 km from Bharuch. Kharetha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kund is 522329. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.6 hectares and falls under the 393130 pincode. Rajpipla is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kund
According to the 2011 Census, Kund village had a total population of 242 people, including 128 males and 114 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.37%, with male literacy at 91.82% and female literacy at 69.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 128 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 101 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 27 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Kund
Kund 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 Kund
Kund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Rajpipla to Kund is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bharuch to Kund is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kund 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 Kund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kund 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kund
Where is Kund located?
Kund village is located in Netrang Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kund?
The Gram Panchayat of Kund is Kharetha.
What is the pincode of Kund?
The pincode of Kund is 393130.
What is the population of Kund?
Kund had a total population of 242, including 128 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Kund?
Kund had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kund was 81.37%. Male literacy was 91.82% and female literacy was 69.15%.