Kunda - Jaspur, Udham Singh Nagar
Kunda is a village situated in the Jaspur tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jaspur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunda is 055793. The village covers a total geographical area of 348.39 hectares and falls under the 244713 pincode. Kashipur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kunda
As per Census 2011, Kunda village has a total population of 2,867 people, consisting of 1,483 males and 1,384 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 539 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,232 literate and 1,635 illiterate residents. Additionally, 110 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,867 | 1,483 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 539 | 291 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,232 | 739 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,635 | 744 | 891 |
Nearby Villages of Kunda
Kunda 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 Kunda
Kunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kunda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kashipur to Kunda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kunda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunda
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 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 Kunda
Where is Kunda located?
Kunda village is located in Jaspur Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunda?
Kunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunda?
The pincode of Kunda is 244713.
What is the population of Kunda?
Kunda has a total population of 2,867, including 1,483 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Kunda?
There are 480 households in Kunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunda is 42.97%. Male literacy is 49.83% and female literacy is 35.62%.