Kud - Khundian, Kangra
Kud is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Nahlian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kud village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kud is 010916. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.85 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Kud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kud
According to the 2011 Census, Kud village had a total population of 41 people, including 19 males and 22 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,158 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.53%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Kud
Kud 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 Kud
Kud 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 Dharmsala to Kud is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kud 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kud 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kud
Where is Kud located?
Kud village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kud?
The Gram Panchayat of Kud is Nahlian.
What is the pincode of Kud?
The pincode of Kud is 176030.
What is the population of Kud?
Kud had a total population of 41, including 19 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Kud?
Kud had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kud was 73.53%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 66.67%.