Garand Kalan
Garand Kalan is a village located in Budgam tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from Budgam, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Garand Kalan village. As per 2009 stats, Gariend is the gram panchayat of Garand Kalan village.
Garand Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Badgam 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 Garand Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garand Kalan is 000637. The village spans a total geographical area of 248.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191111. Badgam is nearest town to Garand Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Garand Kalan
Below is a concise population overview of Garand Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,144 | 1,082 | 1,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 543 | 276 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 817 | 506 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 576 | 751 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garand Kalan village:
- The total population of Garand Kalan village is around 2,144, including approximately 1,082 males and 1,062 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 543 children aged 0–6 years in Garand Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Garand Kalan village is about 38.11%, with male literacy at 46.77% and female literacy at 29.28%.
- There are around 265 households in Garand Kalan village.
Connectivity of Garand Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garand Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Garand Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garand Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Garand Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garand Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garand Kalan
- Where is Garand Kalan located?
- Garand Kalan village is situated in Budgam Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garand Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Garand Kalan is Gariend (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Garand Kalan?
- The pincode of Garand Kalan is 191111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Garand Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garand Kalan is 2,144, with 1,082 males and 1,062 females.
- How many households are there in Garand Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garand Kalan village has a total of 265 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garand Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garand Kalan is 38.11%. The male literacy rate is 46.77%, while the female literacy rate is 29.28%.