Gurez
Gurez is a Town and Tehsil in Bandipore District of Jammu & Kashmir. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Gurez Block (CD) is 00040. The total area of Gurez Tehsil is 45 km². Gurez has a sex ratio of approximately 653 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Gurez Tehsil
Gurez Tehsil has a total of 28 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Gurez Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Abdullan | N/A | Bandipora (90 km) |
| 2 | Baduab | N/A | Bandipora (120 km) |
| 3 | Badugam | N/A | Bandipora (120 km) |
| 4 | Badwan Wanpora | N/A | Bandipora (85 km) |
| 5 | Barnia | N/A | Bandipora (108 km) |
| 6 | Buglindar | N/A | Bandipora (125 km) |
| 7 | Dangi Thal | N/A | Bandipora (100 km) |
| 8 | Dawar | N/A | Bandipora (85 km) |
| 9 | Forest Block | N/A | Bandipora (20 km) |
| 10 | Gujran | N/A | Bandipora (150 km) |
| 11 | Gulshan Pora | N/A | Bandipora (70 km) |
| 12 | Gund Gul Sheikh | N/A | Bandipora (112 km) |
| 13 | Husan Gam | N/A | Bandipora (116 km) |
| 14 | Jurniyal | N/A | Bandipora (115 km) |
| 15 | Khandyal | N/A | Bandipora (86 km) |
| 16 | Kilshi Pain | N/A | Bandipora (120 km) |
| 17 | Korgbal | N/A | Bandipora (85 km) |
| 18 | Malangam | N/A | Bandipora (118 km) |
| 19 | Manz Gund | N/A | Bandipora (115 km) |
| 20 | Markoot | N/A | Bandipora (90 km) |
| 21 | Mastan Khopri | N/A | Bandipora (85 km) |
| 22 | Nail Kanzalawan | N/A | Bandipora (70 km) |
| 23 | Niru | N/A | Bandipora (120 km) |
| 24 | Parana Talel | N/A | Bandipora (112 km) |
| 25 | Saradab | N/A | Bandipora (121 km) |
| 26 | Shah Pora | N/A | Bandipora (91 km) |
| 27 | Wazirithal | N/A | Bandipora (125 km) |
| 28 | Zadigi | N/A | Bandipora (115 km) |
Population of Gurez Tehsil
The population profile of Gurez Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Gurez Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 37,992 | 37,992 | N/A |
| Male Population | 22,978 | 22,978 | N/A |
| Female Population | 15,014 | 15,014 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 6,085 | 6,085 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,179 | 3,179 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 2,906 | 2,906 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 22,481 | 22,481 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 16,402 | 16,402 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 6,079 | 6,079 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 15,511 | 15,511 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 6,576 | 6,576 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,935 | 8,935 | N/A |
| Total Households | 5,026 | 5,026 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 37,992 people. Includes nearly 22,978 males and 15,014 females. Rural population is about 37,992 people.
- There are around 6,085 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 3,179 boys and 2,906 girls.
- Literate population is about 22,481 people. Non-literate population is around 15,511 people.
- There are nearly 5,026 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Gurez Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 104 | 104 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 104 | 104 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 31,094 | 31,094 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 16,342 | 16,342 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 14,752 | 14,752 | N/A |
| Population Density | 851 / km² | 851 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Gurez Tehsil is approximately 104 people. Around 104 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Gurez Tehsil is about 31,094 people, including 16,342 males and 14,752 females. Around 31,094 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 851 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 851 people per sq. km.