Thund - Junga, Shimla
Thund is a village situated in the Junga tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Janedghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thund is 024870. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.99 hectares and falls under the 171218 pincode. Shimla is the nearest town.
Thund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thund
According to the 2011 Census, Thund village had a total population of 71 people, including 38 males and 33 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.69%, with male literacy at 94.59% and female literacy at 78.57%.
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 | 71 | 38 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 3 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Thund
Thund 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 Thund
Public transport in the Thund is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Thund is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Thund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thund 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 Thund
Where is Thund located?
Thund village is located in Junga Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Thund?
The Gram Panchayat of Thund is Janedghat.
What is the pincode of Thund?
The pincode of Thund is 171218.
What is the population of Thund?
Thund had a total population of 71, including 38 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Thund?
Thund had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thund was 87.69%. Male literacy was 94.59% and female literacy was 78.57%.