Kungal
Kungal is a village located in Nankhari tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 125km away from district headquarter Nankhari. Nankhari is the sub-district headquarter of Kungal village. As per 2009 stats, Kungal Balti is the gram panchayat of Kungal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kungal unique in its vibrant Nankhari-Shimla region. You’ll see Kungal’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 Kungal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kungal is 023794. The village spans a total geographical area of 162 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172021. Rampur is nearest town to Kungal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kungal
Population of Kungal
According to the 2011 Census, Kungal has a total population of about 482, with approximately 244 males and 238 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 146 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.90%, with male literacy at about 85.66% and female literacy near 63.87%. There are around 109 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kungal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 244 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 71 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 209 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 35 | 86 |
Connectivity of Kungal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kungal. As per the 2011 stats, Kungal 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 Kungal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kungal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kungal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kungal
- Where is Kungal located?
- Kungal village is situated in Nankhari Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kungal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kungal is Kungal Balti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kungal?
- The pincode of Kungal is 172021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kungal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kungal is 482, with 244 males and 238 females.
- How many households are there in Kungal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kungal village has a total of 109 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kungal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kungal is 74.90%. The male literacy rate is 85.66%, while the female literacy rate is 63.87%.