Gomal
Gomal is a village located in Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Karnah (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Gumal is the gram panchayat of Gomal village.
Here you can discover what makes Gomal unique in its vibrant Karnah-Kupwara region. You’ll see Gomal’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 Gomal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gomal is 000342. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares. Kupwara is nearest town to Gomal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 67km away.
Google Map of Gomal
Population of Gomal
According to the 2011 Census, Gomal has a total population of about 982, with approximately 518 males and 464 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 178 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 60.79%, with male literacy at about 66.41% and female literacy near 54.53%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gomal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 | 518 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 96 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 597 | 344 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 174 | 211 |
Connectivity of Gomal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gomal. As per the 2011 stats, Gomal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gomal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gomal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gomal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gomal
- Where is Gomal located?
- Gomal village is situated in Karnah Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gomal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gomal is Gumal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gomal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gomal is 982, with 518 males and 464 females.
- How many households are there in Gomal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gomal village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gomal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gomal is 60.79%. The male literacy rate is 66.41%, while the female literacy rate is 54.53%.