Kunkar - Makridi, Mandi
Kunkar is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 88 km from Mandi. Drubble serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunkar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunkar is 013349. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.8 hectares and falls under the 175014 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Kunkar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kunkar
As per Census 2011, Kunkar village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 119 males and 131 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 73 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunkar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 119 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 98 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 21 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Kunkar
Kunkar 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 Kunkar
Kunkar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kunkar is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunkar 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 Kunkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunkar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunkar
Where is Kunkar located?
Kunkar village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunkar is Drubble.
What is the pincode of Kunkar?
The pincode of Kunkar is 175014.
What is the population of Kunkar?
Kunkar has a total population of 250, including 119 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Kunkar?
There are 63 households in Kunkar.
What is the literacy rate in Kunkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunkar is 70.80%. Male literacy is 82.35% and female literacy is 60.31%.