Kunda Kalan - Nakur, Saharanpur
Kunda Kalan is a village situated in the Nakur tehsil of Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nakur and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Saharanpur. Kunda Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunda Kalan is 109992. The village covers a total geographical area of 616.2 hectares and falls under the 247341 pincode. Gangoh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kunda Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangoh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kairana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunda Kalan
As per Census 2011, Kunda Kalan village has a total population of 9,766 people, consisting of 5,086 males and 4,680 females. The village has 1,422 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,819 literate and 5,947 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunda Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,766 | 5,086 | 4,680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,357 | 1,242 | 1,115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 3,819 | 2,249 | 1,570 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,947 | 2,837 | 3,110 |
Nearby Villages of Kunda Kalan
Kunda Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhulawli | East | 2.00 km |
| Chausana Jaddid | South | 2.73 km |
| Kunda Khurd | North | 2.88 km |
| Chak Bhari | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Chaupura | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Basi | East | 3.23 km |
| Bansdevi | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Chusana | West | 3.57 km |
| Bibipur Jalalabad | South | 3.69 km |
| Khuda Kalan | North-West | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kunda Kalan
Kunda Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karnal, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangoh to Kunda Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Saharanpur to Kunda Kalan is about 56 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 Kunda Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunda Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunda Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunda Kalan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunda Kalan
Where is Kunda Kalan located?
Kunda Kalan village is located in Nakur Tehsil, Saharanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunda Kalan?
Kunda Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunda Kalan?
The pincode of Kunda Kalan is 247341.
What is the population of Kunda Kalan?
Kunda Kalan has a total population of 9,766, including 5,086 males and 4,680 females.
How many households are there in Kunda Kalan?
There are 1,422 households in Kunda Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Kunda Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunda Kalan is 39.11%. Male literacy is 44.22% and female literacy is 33.55%.