Kundi - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Kundi is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Ghansali and around 94 km from New Tehri. Kundi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundi is 042826. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.46 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Kundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kundi
According to the 2011 Census, Kundi village had a total population of 559 people, including 253 males and 306 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 1,209 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.30%, with male literacy at 97.62% and female literacy at 63.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 200.
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 | 559 | 253 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 43 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 95 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 205 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 199 | 48 | 151 |
Nearby Villages of Kundi
Kundi 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 Kundi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kundi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Kundi is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kundi is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundi 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 Kundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundi 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 Kundi
Where is Kundi located?
Kundi village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kundi?
Kundi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kundi?
The pincode of Kundi is 249125.
What is the population of Kundi?
Kundi had a total population of 559, including 253 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Kundi?
Kundi had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundi was 79.30%. Male literacy was 97.62% and female literacy was 63.52%.