Kun - Nahan, Sirmaur
Kun is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Bankala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kun is 023226. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Kun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kun
According to the 2011 Census, Kun village had a total population of 365 people, including 190 males and 175 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.31%, with male literacy at 95.18% and female literacy at 74.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 335.
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 | 365 | 190 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 335 | 172 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 158 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 32 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Kun
Kun 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 Kun
Kun is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Kun is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kun 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kun
Where is Kun located?
Kun village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kun?
The Gram Panchayat of Kun is Bankala.
What is the pincode of Kun?
The pincode of Kun is 173001.
What is the population of Kun?
Kun had a total population of 365, including 190 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Kun?
Kun had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kun was 85.31%. Male literacy was 95.18% and female literacy was 74.68%.