Gunjnal - Hiranagar, Kathua
Gunjnal is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Pansar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gunjnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunjnal is 002162. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gunjnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hira Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunjnal
As per Census 2011, Gunjnal village has a total population of 45 people, consisting of 25 males and 20 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 12 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunjnal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Gunjnal
Gunjnal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gunjnal
Gunjnal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Gunjnal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Gunjnal is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunjnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunjnal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gunjnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunjnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gunjnal
Where is Gunjnal located?
Gunjnal village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunjnal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gunjnal is Pansar.
What is the pincode of Gunjnal?
The pincode of Gunjnal is 184148.
What is the population of Gunjnal?
Gunjnal has a total population of 45, including 25 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Gunjnal?
There are 9 households in Gunjnal.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjnal is 73.33%. Male literacy is 72.00% and female literacy is 75.00%.