Kolund - Chunar, Mirzapur
Kolund is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Kolund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kolund is 212502. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.2 hectares and falls under the 231304 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Kolund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chunar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kolund
As per Census 2011, Kolund village has a total population of 2,062 people, consisting of 1,077 males and 985 females. The village has 346 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 291 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,355 literate and 707 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kolund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,062 | 1,077 | 985 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 143 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 138 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,355 | 822 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 255 | 452 |
Nearby Villages of Kolund
Kolund 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherpur | North-West | 1.14 km |
| Bishesharpur Alias Sherpur | North | 1.25 km |
| Barjiwanpur | South | 1.39 km |
| Bhabhuar | East | 1.42 km |
| Hathera | West | 1.45 km |
| Meerapur | West | 1.46 km |
| Sonai | South | 1.55 km |
| Parora | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Wazid Patti | North | 1.77 km |
| Bagheri | North-West | 2.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kolund
Kolund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ahraura Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narayanpur to Kolund is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Kolund is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kolund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kolund 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 Kolund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kolund 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kolund
Where is Kolund located?
Kolund village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kolund?
Kolund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kolund?
The pincode of Kolund is 231304.
What is the population of Kolund?
Kolund has a total population of 2,062, including 1,077 males and 985 females.
How many households are there in Kolund?
There are 346 households in Kolund.
What is the literacy rate in Kolund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kolund is 65.71%. Male literacy is 76.32% and female literacy is 54.11%.