Kund - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Kund is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Pauri and around 30 km from Pauri. Kund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kund is 045852. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.56 hectares and falls under the 246163 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kund
According to the 2011 Census, Kund village had a total population of 361 people, including 174 males and 187 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.16%, with male literacy at 89.58% and female literacy at 62.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183.
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 | 361 | 174 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 94 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 129 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 125 | 45 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Kund
Kund is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kund
Public transport in the Kund is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Kund is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kund
Where is Kund located?
Kund village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kund?
Kund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kund?
The pincode of Kund is 246163.
What is the population of Kund?
Kund had a total population of 361, including 174 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Kund?
Kund had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kund was 75.16%. Male literacy was 89.58% and female literacy was 62.94%.