Kodon - Kandaghat, Solan
Kodon is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Jhajha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kodon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kodon is 022464. The village covers a total geographical area of 36 hectares and falls under the 173215 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Kodon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kodon
According to the 2011 Census, Kodon village had a total population of 40 people, including 19 males and 21 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.41%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 7 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Kodon
Kodon 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 Kodon
Kodon 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 km |
| 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 Kodon is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kodon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kodon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kodon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kodon 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 Kodon
Where is Kodon located?
Kodon village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kodon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kodon is Jhajha.
What is the pincode of Kodon?
The pincode of Kodon is 173215.
What is the population of Kodon?
Kodon had a total population of 40, including 19 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Kodon?
Kodon had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kodon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kodon was 79.41%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 75.00%.