Gurweth Kalan
Gurweth Kalan is a village located in Khansahib tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Khansahib (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Gurwait A is the gram panchayat of Gurweth Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurweth Kalan unique in its vibrant Khansahib-Badgam region. You’ll see Gurweth Kalan’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 Gurweth Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurweth Kalan is 000609. The village spans a total geographical area of 373.5 hectares. Khansahib is nearest town to Gurweth Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Gurweth Kalan
Population of Gurweth Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gurweth Kalan has a total population of about 4,191, with approximately 2,220 males and 1,971 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 395. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.54%, with male literacy at about 36.71% and female literacy near 25.72%. There are around 524 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurweth Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,191 | 2,220 | 1,971 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,104 | 582 | 522 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 184 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 1,322 | 815 | 507 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,869 | 1,405 | 1,464 |
Connectivity of Gurweth Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurweth Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gurweth Kalan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurweth Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurweth Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurweth Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurweth Kalan
- Where is Gurweth Kalan located?
- Gurweth Kalan village is situated in Khansahib Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurweth Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurweth Kalan is Gurwait A (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gurweth Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurweth Kalan is 4,191, with 2,220 males and 1,971 females.
- How many households are there in Gurweth Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurweth Kalan village has a total of 524 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurweth Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurweth Kalan is 31.54%. The male literacy rate is 36.71%, while the female literacy rate is 25.72%.