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
As per Census 2011, Kund village has a total population of 498 people, consisting of 267 males and 231 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 340 literate and 158 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 498 | 267 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| 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
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| 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 has a total population of 498, including 267 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Kund?
There are 80 households in Kund.
What is the literacy rate in Kund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kund is 68.27%. Male literacy is 77.53% and female literacy is 57.58%.