Kaundi - Baddi, Solan
Kaundi is a village situated in the Baddi tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Soudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaundi is 021120. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.56 hectares and falls under the 173205 pincode. Baddi is the nearest town.
Kaundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaundi
According to the 2011 Census, Kaundi village had a total population of 138 people, including 70 males and 68 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.35%, with male literacy at 78.69% and female literacy at 60.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 48 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 22 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Kaundi
Kaundi 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 Kaundi
Kaundi 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 | 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 Solan to Kaundi is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaundi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaundi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaundi
Where is Kaundi located?
Kaundi village is located in Baddi Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaundi is Soudi.
What is the pincode of Kaundi?
The pincode of Kaundi is 173205.
What is the population of Kaundi?
Kaundi had a total population of 138, including 70 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Kaundi?
Kaundi had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaundi was 69.35%. Male literacy was 78.69% and female literacy was 60.32%.