Koond - Karahal, Sheopur
Koond is a village situated in the Karahal tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karahal and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Luhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koond is 451935. The village covers a total geographical area of 1971 hectares and falls under the 476355 pincode. Sheopur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Koond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koond
According to the 2011 Census, Koond village had a total population of 573 people, including 297 males and 276 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.56%, with male literacy at 62.61% and female literacy at 35.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 338.
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 | 573 | 297 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 338 | 167 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 149 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 346 | 148 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Koond
Koond 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 Koond
Koond 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sheopur to Koond is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Koond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koond 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 Koond
Where is Koond located?
Koond village is located in Karahal Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koond?
The Gram Panchayat of Koond is Luhari.
What is the pincode of Koond?
The pincode of Koond is 476355.
What is the population of Koond?
Koond had a total population of 573, including 297 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Koond?
Koond had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koond was 49.56%. Male literacy was 62.61% and female literacy was 35.45%.