Tun

Tun is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tun village. As per 2009 stats, Bainsh is the gram panchayat of Tun village.

Tun has its own place in the vibrant Shimla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Tun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tun is 024244. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171103. Arki is nearest town to Tun village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Tun village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Tun

Below is a concise population overview of Tun as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 209 96 113
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 33 18 15
Scheduled Castes (SC) 101 45 56
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 156 76 80
Illiterate Population 53 20 33

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tun village:

  • The total population of Tun village is around 209, including approximately 96 males and 113 females, with a sex ratio of 1177 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 33 children aged 0–6 years in Tun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tun village has 101 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Tun village is about 74.64%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 70.80%.
  • There are around 35 households in Tun village.

Connectivity of Tun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tun. As per the 2011 stats, Tun had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tun

Knowing the nearby villages of Tun helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tun.

Chalahat Sita Bainsh Rajeta Bachharag Kaflog Karaunri Tangesh Chalahat Bir Panjaili Jalanu Bakhrail Panjaili Waziran

Frequently Asked Questions about Tun

Where is Tun located?
Tun village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tun?
The Gram Panchayat of Tun is Bainsh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tun?
The pincode of Tun is 171103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tun is 209, with 96 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Tun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tun village has a total of 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tun is 74.64%. The male literacy rate is 79.17%, while the female literacy rate is 70.80%.