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
As per Census 2011, Tund village has a total population of 615 people, consisting of 312 males and 303 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 144 illiterate residents. Additionally, 308 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 615 | 312 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 308 | 155 | 153 |
| 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 has a total population of 615, including 312 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Tund?
There are 134 households in Tund.
What is the literacy rate in Tund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tund is 76.59%. Male literacy is 80.45% and female literacy is 72.61%.