Koon - Kandaghat, Solan
Koon is a village situated in the Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Delgi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koon is 022354. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.95 hectares and falls under the 173215 pincode. Sabathu is the nearest town.
Koon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan 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 Koon
According to the 2011 Census, Koon village had a total population of 116 people, including 62 males and 54 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.79%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 88.00%.
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 | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 48 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Koon
Koon 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 Koon
Koon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Koon is about 22 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 Koon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koon
Where is Koon located?
Koon village is located in Kandaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koon?
The Gram Panchayat of Koon is Delgi.
What is the pincode of Koon?
The pincode of Koon is 173215.
What is the population of Koon?
Koon had a total population of 116, including 62 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Koon?
Koon had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koon was 86.79%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 88.00%.