Kund
Kund is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 60km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Kund village. As per 2009 stats, Kand is the gram panchayat of Kund village.
Here you can discover what makes Kund unique in its vibrant Palampur-Kangra region. You’ll see Kund’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kund is 011872. The village spans a total geographical area of 354.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176061. Palampur is nearest town to Kund village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kund
Population of Kund
According to the 2011 Census, Kund has a total population of about 465, with approximately 236 males and 229 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 38 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 162. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.25%, with male literacy at about 77.97% and female literacy near 60.26%. There are around 115 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 236 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 21 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 89 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 184 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 52 | 91 |
Connectivity of Kund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kund. As per the 2011 stats, Kund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kund
Knowing the nearby villages of Kund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kund
- Where is Kund located?
- Kund village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kund is Kand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kund?
- The pincode of Kund is 176061, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kund is 465, with 236 males and 229 females.
- How many households are there in Kund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kund village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kund is 69.25%. The male literacy rate is 77.97%, while the female literacy rate is 60.26%.