Mundal - Khundian, Kangra
Mundal is a village situated in the Khundian tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Nahlian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mundal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mundal is 010922. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.84 hectares and falls under the 176030 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Mundal 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 Mundal
According to the 2011 Census, Mundal village had a total population of 153 people, including 79 males and 74 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.21%, with male literacy at 94.29% and female literacy at 71.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 153 | 79 | 74 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 66 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 13 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Mundal
Mundal 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 Mundal
Mundal 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Mundal is about 100 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 Mundal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mundal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mundal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mundal 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 Mundal
Where is Mundal located?
Mundal village is located in Khundian Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mundal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mundal is Nahlian.
What is the pincode of Mundal?
The pincode of Mundal is 176030.
What is the population of Mundal?
Mundal had a total population of 153, including 79 males and 74 females.
How many households are there in Mundal?
Mundal had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mundal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mundal was 83.21%. Male literacy was 94.29% and female literacy was 71.64%.