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.
Here you can discover what makes Sheikh Gund unique in its vibrant Shangus-Anantnag region. You’ll see Sheikh Gund’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 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.
Google Map of Sheikh Gund
Population of Sheikh Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Sheikh Gund has a total population of about 970, with approximately 497 males and 473 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 297 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 52.58%, with male literacy at about 57.34% and female literacy near 47.57%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sheikh Gund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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%.