Sheikh Gund
Sheikh Gund is a village located in Shangus tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Shangus (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Anantnag.
Sheikh Gund has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sheikh Gund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sheikh Gund is 003759. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.3 hectares. Shangus is nearest town to Sheikh Gund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
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Population of Sheikh Gund
Below is a concise population overview of Sheikh Gund as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 970 | 497 | 473 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 164 | 133 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 510 | 285 | 225 |
Illiterate Population | 460 | 212 | 248 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sheikh Gund village:
- The total population of Sheikh Gund village is around 970, including approximately 497 males and 473 females, with a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 297 children aged 0–6 years in Sheikh Gund village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Sheikh Gund village is about 52.58%, with male literacy at 57.34% and female literacy at 47.57%.
- There are around 108 households in Sheikh Gund village.
Connectivity of Sheikh Gund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sheikh Gund. As per the 2011 stats, Sheikh Gund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Sheikh Gund
Knowing the nearby villages of Sheikh Gund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sheikh Gund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sheikh Gund
- Where is Sheikh Gund located?
- Sheikh Gund village is situated in Shangus Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the population of Sheikh Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sheikh Gund is 970, with 497 males and 473 females.
- How many households are there in Sheikh Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sheikh Gund village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sheikh Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sheikh Gund is 52.58%. The male literacy rate is 57.34%, while the female literacy rate is 47.57%.