Ganstan
Ganstan is a village located in Sonawari tehsil of Bandipore district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sonawari (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Bandipora.
Here you can discover what makes Ganstan unique in its vibrant Sonawari-Bandipore region. You’ll see Ganstan’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 Ganstan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ganstan is 002807. The village spans a total geographical area of 356.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193501. Sumbal is nearest town to Ganstan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Ganstan
Population of Ganstan
According to the 2011 Census, Ganstan has a total population of about 4,220, with approximately 2,150 males and 2,070 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 582 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 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.60%, with male literacy at about 40.09% and female literacy near 26.86%. There are around 586 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ganstan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,220 | 2,150 | 2,070 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 582 | 297 | 285 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 6 | 1 |
Literate Population | 1,418 | 862 | 556 |
Illiterate Population | 2,802 | 1,288 | 1,514 |
Connectivity of Ganstan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ganstan. As per the 2011 stats, Ganstan 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ganstan
Knowing the nearby villages of Ganstan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ganstan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ganstan
- Where is Ganstan located?
- Ganstan village is situated in Sonawari Tehsil, within the Bandipore district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Ganstan?
- The pincode of Ganstan is 193501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ganstan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ganstan is 4,220, with 2,150 males and 2,070 females.
- How many households are there in Ganstan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ganstan village has a total of 586 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ganstan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ganstan is 33.60%. The male literacy rate is 40.09%, while the female literacy rate is 26.86%.