Kundi - Saluni, Chamba
Kundi is a village situated in the Saluni tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Singadhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundi is 007222. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.8 hectares and falls under the 176320 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Kundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kundi
As per Census 2011, Kundi village has a total population of 474 people, consisting of 236 males and 238 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,008 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 474 | 236 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 22 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 64 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 193 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 43 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kundi
Kundi 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 Kundi
Kundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Kundi is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kundi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kundi
Where is Kundi located?
Kundi village is located in Saluni Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kundi is Singadhar.
What is the pincode of Kundi?
The pincode of Kundi is 176320.
What is the population of Kundi?
Kundi has a total population of 474, including 236 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Kundi?
There are 77 households in Kundi.
What is the literacy rate in Kundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundi is 70.68%. Male literacy is 81.78% and female literacy is 59.66%.