Tund - Dasua, Hoshiarpur
Tund is a village situated in the Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dasua and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Thund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tund is 030919. The village covers a total geographical area of 116 hectares and falls under the 144224 pincode. Dasua is the nearest town.
Tund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Urmar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tund
According to the 2011 Census, Tund village had a total population of 615 people, including 312 males and 303 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.48%, with male literacy at 89.64% and female literacy at 81.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 308.
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 | 615 | 312 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 155 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 251 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 61 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Tund
Tund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahtiwala | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Keshopur | South | 1.29 km |
| Kalra | South-West | 1.52 km |
| Jamsher Chathial | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Manga | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Garhdiwala | South | 2.73 km |
| Mokh | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Jhojhar Chathial | North | 2.89 km |
| Daffer | North-West | 3.03 km |
| Argowal | South-West | 3.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tund
Tund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Garna Sahib, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Tund is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tund 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tund
Where is Tund located?
Tund village is located in Dasua Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tund?
The Gram Panchayat of Tund is Thund.
What is the pincode of Tund?
The pincode of Tund is 144224.
What is the population of Tund?
Tund had a total population of 615, including 312 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Tund?
Tund had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tund was 85.48%. Male literacy was 89.64% and female literacy was 81.18%.