Kund - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Kund is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 82 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kund is 044278. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.73 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kund
According to the 2011 Census, Kund village had a total population of 498 people, including 267 males and 231 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.81%, with male literacy at 90.79% and female literacy at 67.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
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 | 498 | 267 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 207 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 60 | 98 |
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
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Kund is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kund is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Kund
Where is Kund located?
Kund village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Kund?
The pincode of Kund is 249180.
What is the population of Kund?
Kund had a total population of 498, including 267 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Kund?
Kund had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kund was 79.81%. Male literacy was 90.79% and female literacy was 67.17%.