Kund - Jogindarnagar, Mandi
Kund is a village situated in the Jogindarnagar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Vatari Bihun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kund is 013374. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.18 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Kund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kund
According to the 2011 Census, Kund village had a total population of 107 people, including 55 males and 52 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.72%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 59.57%.
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 | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 43 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kund
Kund 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 Kund
Kund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Kund is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kund 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kund 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 Kund
Where is Kund located?
Kund village is located in Jogindarnagar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kund?
The Gram Panchayat of Kund is Vatari Bihun.
What is the pincode of Kund?
The pincode of Kund is 175015.
What is the population of Kund?
Kund had a total population of 107, including 55 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Kund?
Kund had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kund was 71.72%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 59.57%.