Koond - Karera, Shivpuri
Koond is a village situated in the Karera tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karera and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Kund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koond is 455711. The village covers a total geographical area of 610 hectares and falls under the 473665 pincode. Karera is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Koond village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gwalior Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koond
As per Census 2011, Koond village has a total population of 1,634 people, consisting of 878 males and 756 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 987 literate and 647 illiterate residents. Additionally, 325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koond are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,634 | 878 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 120 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 169 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 626 | 361 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 252 | 395 |
Nearby Villages of Koond
Koond is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Budibhew | North | 1.76 km |
| Thanra | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Talbhew | North-West | 3.39 km |
| Ambari | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Singdaua | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Semra | South-West | 5.10 km |
| Chandawara | South-East | 5.12 km |
| Taktaki | West | 5.14 km |
| Jargawan Abbal | South | 5.16 km |
| Chirli | West | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Koond
Koond is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Datia, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 71.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karera to Koond is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Koond is about 74 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 Karera Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koond?
The Gram Panchayat of Koond is Kund.
What is the pincode of Koond?
The pincode of Koond is 473665.
What is the population of Koond?
Koond has a total population of 1,634, including 878 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Koond?
There are 335 households in Koond.
What is the literacy rate in Koond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koond is 60.40%. Male literacy is 71.30% and female literacy is 47.75%.