Tund - Nurpur, Kangra
Tund is a village situated in the Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Aghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tund is 008468. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.27 hectares and falls under the 176202 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Tund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nurpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tund
As per Census 2011, Tund village has a total population of 550 people, consisting of 251 males and 299 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 1,191 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 456 literate and 94 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 550 | 251 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | - | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 223 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 28 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Tund
Tund 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 Tund
Tund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Tund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Tund is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tund 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 Tund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tund 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Tund
Where is Tund located?
Tund village is located in Nurpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tund?
The Gram Panchayat of Tund is Aghar.
What is the pincode of Tund?
The pincode of Tund is 176202.
What is the population of Tund?
Tund has a total population of 550, including 251 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Tund?
There are 112 households in Tund.
What is the literacy rate in Tund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tund is 82.91%. Male literacy is 88.84% and female literacy is 77.93%.