Kishgund
Kishgund is a village located in Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dooru (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Anantnag.
Here you can discover what makes Kishgund unique in its vibrant Dooru-Anantnag region. You’ll see Kishgund’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kishgund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kishgund is 003820. The village spans a total geographical area of 21.1 hectares. Anantnag is nearest town to Kishgund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Kishgund
Population of Kishgund
According to the 2011 Census, Kishgund has a total population of about 449, with approximately 230 males and 219 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.90%, with male literacy at about 63.04% and female literacy near 48.40%. There are around 71 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kishgund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 230 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 251 | 145 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 85 | 113 |
Connectivity of Kishgund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kishgund. As per the 2011 stats, Kishgund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kishgund
Knowing the nearby villages of Kishgund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kishgund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kishgund
- Where is Kishgund located?
- Kishgund village is situated in Dooru Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the population of Kishgund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kishgund is 449, with 230 males and 219 females.
- How many households are there in Kishgund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kishgund village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kishgund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kishgund is 55.90%. The male literacy rate is 63.04%, while the female literacy rate is 48.40%.