Kunan
Kunan is a village located in Gandoh tehsil of Doda district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Gandoh (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Doda. As per 2009 stats, Gondoh is the gram panchayat of Kunan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kunan unique in its vibrant Gandoh-Doda region. You’ll see Kunan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kunan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunan is 004365. The village spans a total geographical area of 51.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182203. Doda is nearest town to Kunan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kunan 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 Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Udhampur  Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kunan
Population of Kunan
According to the 2011 Census, Kunan has a total population of about 554, with approximately 273 males and 281 females. The sex ratio is around 1029 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 119 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 150 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 325. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.75%, with male literacy at about 54.58% and female literacy near 39.15%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 554 | 273 | 281 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 150 | 73 | 77 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
Literate Population | 259 | 149 | 110 |
Illiterate Population | 295 | 124 | 171 |
Connectivity of Kunan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunan. As per the 2011 stats, Kunan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kunan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunan
- Where is Kunan located?
- Kunan village is situated in Gandoh Tehsil, within the Doda district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kunan is Gondoh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kunan?
- The pincode of Kunan is 182203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunan is 554, with 273 males and 281 females.
- How many households are there in Kunan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunan village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunan is 46.75%. The male literacy rate is 54.58%, while the female literacy rate is 39.15%.