Banger Gund
Banger Gund is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Kupwaras. As per 2009 stats, Sangran is the gram panchayat of Banger Gund village.
Here you can discover what makes Banger Gund unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Banger 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 Banger Gund
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Banger Gund is 000131. The village spans a total geographical area of 14.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 119322. Kupwara is nearest town to Banger Gund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Banger Gund
Population of Banger Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Banger Gund has a total population of about 261, with approximately 139 males and 122 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.31%, with male literacy at about 45.32% and female literacy near 30.33%. There are around 40 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Banger Gund's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 139 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 100 | 63 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 76 | 85 |
Connectivity of Banger Gund
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Banger Gund. As per the 2011 stats, Banger 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Banger Gund
Knowing the nearby villages of Banger Gund helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Banger Gund.
Frequently Asked Questions about Banger Gund
- Where is Banger Gund located?
- Banger Gund village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Banger Gund?
- The Gram Panchayat of Banger Gund is Sangran (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Banger Gund?
- The pincode of Banger Gund is 119322, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Banger Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Banger Gund is 261, with 139 males and 122 females.
- How many households are there in Banger Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Banger Gund village has a total of 40 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Banger Gund as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Banger Gund is 38.31%. The male literacy rate is 45.32%, while the female literacy rate is 30.33%.