Kunail - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Kunail is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Kunail village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunail is 032032. The village covers a total geographical area of 331 hectares and falls under the 146112 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Kunail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunail
According to the 2011 Census, Kunail village had a total population of 660 people, including 343 males and 317 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.30%, with male literacy at 90.49% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 660 | 343 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 38 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 71 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 276 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 67 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Kunail
Kunail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barapur | North-East | 1.76 km |
| Saddarpur | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Bholewal | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Bhambian | West | 2.46 km |
| Shahpur | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Bora | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Kot | North | 3.49 km |
| Matton | West | 3.51 km |
| Karimpur Dhiani | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Karimpur Chahwala | South-East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunail
Kunail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garhshankar, while the nearest airport is Ludhiana Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Kunail is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kunail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kunail
Where is Kunail located?
Kunail village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunail?
Kunail is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunail?
The pincode of Kunail is 146112.
What is the population of Kunail?
Kunail had a total population of 660, including 343 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Kunail?
Kunail had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunail was 82.30%. Male literacy was 90.49% and female literacy was 73.81%.