Kauna
Kauna is a village located in Thural tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Thural. Thural is the sub-district headquarter of Kauna village. As per 2009 stats, Kauna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kauna unique in its vibrant Thural-Kangra region. You’ll see Kauna’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 Kauna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kauna is 011102. The village spans a total geographical area of 92.53 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176107. Palampur is nearest town to Kauna village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kauna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kauna
Population of Kauna
According to the 2011 Census, Kauna has a total population of about 289, with approximately 131 males and 158 females. The sex ratio is around 1206 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 33 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.62%, with male literacy at about 79.39% and female literacy near 81.65%. There are around 82 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kauna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 289 | 131 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 233 | 104 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 27 | 29 |
Connectivity of Kauna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kauna. As per the 2011 stats, Kauna 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 Kauna
Knowing the nearby villages of Kauna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kauna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kauna
- Where is Kauna located?
- Kauna village is situated in Thural Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kauna?
- Kauna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kauna?
- The pincode of Kauna is 176107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kauna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kauna is 289, with 131 males and 158 females.
- How many households are there in Kauna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kauna village has a total of 82 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kauna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kauna is 80.62%. The male literacy rate is 79.39%, while the female literacy rate is 81.65%.