Mar Gund
Mar Gund is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Margund is the gram panchayat of Mar Gund village.
Here you can discover what makes Mar Gund unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Mar Gund’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 Mar Gund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mar Gund is 002907. The village spans a total geographical area of 116.1 hectares. Ganderbal is nearest town to Mar Gund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Mar Gund
Population of Mar Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Mar Gund has a total population of about 1,921, with approximately 1,103 males and 818 females. The sex ratio is around 741 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 342 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 1,040. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.07%, with male literacy at about 49.41% and female literacy near 41.56%. There are around 302 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mar Gund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,921 | 1,103 | 818 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 188 | 154 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,040 | 606 | 434 |
| Literate Population | 885 | 545 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,036 | 558 | 478 |
Connectivity of Mar Gund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mar Gund. As per the 2011 stats, Mar Gund 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 Mar Gund
Knowing the nearby villages of Mar Gund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mar Gund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mar Gund
- Where is Mar Gund located?
- Mar Gund village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mar Gund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mar Gund is Margund (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Mar Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mar Gund is 1,921, with 1,103 males and 818 females.
- How many households are there in Mar Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mar Gund village has a total of 302 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mar Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mar Gund is 46.07%. The male literacy rate is 49.41%, while the female literacy rate is 41.56%.