Poonch Gund
Poonch Gund is a village located in Beerwah tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Beerwah (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Punchgundh is the gram panchayat of Poonch Gund village.
Here you can discover what makes Poonch Gund unique in its vibrant Beerwah-Badgam region. You’ll see Poonch 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 Poonch Gund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Poonch Gund is 000465. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.7 hectares. Badgam is nearest town to Poonch Gund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Poonch Gund
Population of Poonch Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Poonch Gund has a total population of about 816, with approximately 434 males and 382 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 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 30.64%, with male literacy at about 39.86% and female literacy near 20.16%. There are around 87 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Poonch Gund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 816 | 434 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 137 | 88 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 250 | 173 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 566 | 261 | 305 |
Connectivity of Poonch Gund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Poonch Gund. As per the 2011 stats, Poonch Gund had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Poonch Gund
Knowing the nearby villages of Poonch Gund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Poonch Gund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Poonch Gund
- Where is Poonch Gund located?
- Poonch Gund village is situated in Beerwah Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Poonch Gund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Poonch Gund is Punchgundh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Poonch Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poonch Gund is 816, with 434 males and 382 females.
- How many households are there in Poonch Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Poonch Gund village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Poonch Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poonch Gund is 30.64%. The male literacy rate is 39.86%, while the female literacy rate is 20.16%.