Kungash
Kungash is a village located in Ani tehsil of Kullu district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 126km away from district headquarter Ani. Ani is the sub-district headquarter of Kungash village. As per 2009 stats, Kungash village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kungash unique in its vibrant Ani-Kullu region. You’ll see Kungash’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 Kungash
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kungash is 012950. The village spans a total geographical area of 408.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172026. Shimla is nearest town to Kungash village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kungash 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 Anni Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kungash
Population of Kungash
According to the 2011 Census, Kungash has a total population of about 2,743, with approximately 1,404 males and 1,339 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 323 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,134 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 72.80%, with male literacy at about 78.56% and female literacy near 66.77%. There are around 554 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kungash's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,743 | 1,404 | 1,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 179 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,134 | 573 | 561 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,997 | 1,103 | 894 |
| Illiterate Population | 746 | 301 | 445 |
Connectivity of Kungash
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kungash. As per the 2011 stats, Kungash 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 Kungash
Knowing the nearby villages of Kungash helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kungash.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kungash
- Where is Kungash located?
- Kungash village is situated in Ani Tehsil, within the Kullu district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kungash?
- Kungash serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kungash?
- The pincode of Kungash is 172026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kungash as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kungash is 2,743, with 1,404 males and 1,339 females.
- How many households are there in Kungash as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kungash village has a total of 554 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kungash as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kungash is 72.80%. The male literacy rate is 78.56%, while the female literacy rate is 66.77%.