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.

Ganstan has its own place in the vibrant Bandipore 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 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.

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Population of Ganstan

Below is a concise population overview of Ganstan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ganstan village:

  • The total population of Ganstan village is around 4,220, including approximately 2,150 males and 2,070 females, with a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 582 children aged 0–6 years in Ganstan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ganstan village has 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Ganstan village is about 33.60%, with male literacy at 40.09% and female literacy at 26.86%.
  • There are around 586 households in Ganstan village.

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)
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.

Nowgam Zal Pora Rakh Sultan Pora Gada Khud Najin Gund Khalil Tirgam Odina Malik Pora Sarai Danger Pora Nisbal Ghat

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%.