Koon - Sandhol, Mandi
Koon is a village situated in the Sandhol tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Koon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koon is 013622. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.7 hectares and falls under the 176090 pincode. Tira Sujanpur is the nearest town.
Koon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koon
According to the 2011 Census, Koon village had a total population of 372 people, including 162 males and 210 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,296 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.20%, with male literacy at 86.43% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 372 | 162 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 121 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 41 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Koon
Koon 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 Koon
Koon 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 Koon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koon
Where is Koon located?
Koon village is located in Sandhol Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koon?
Koon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Koon?
The pincode of Koon is 176090.
What is the population of Koon?
Koon had a total population of 372, including 162 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Koon?
Koon had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koon was 76.20%. Male literacy was 86.43% and female literacy was 68.75%.