Kund - Telka, Chamba
Kund is a village situated in the Telka tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from Chamba. Siula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kund is 007257. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.93 hectares and falls under the 176312 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 40 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 240 people, including 110 males and 130 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.27%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 67.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 11.
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 | 240 | 110 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 34 | 53 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chamba to Kund is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kund 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kund
Where is Kund located?
Kund village is located in Telka Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kund?
The Gram Panchayat of Kund is Siula.
What is the pincode of Kund?
The pincode of Kund is 176312.
What is the population of Kund?
Kund had a total population of 240, including 110 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Kund?
Kund had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kund was 74.27%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 67.54%.