Gushi

Gushi is a village located in Kupwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kupwar (tehsildar office) and 4km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Gushie B is the gram panchayat of Gushi village.

Gushi has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Gushi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gushi is 000060. The village spans a total geographical area of 231.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193222. Kupwara is nearest town to Gushi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Gushi

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,820 2,162 1,658
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 916 619 297
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 5 3
Literate Population 1,666 1,092 574
Illiterate Population 2,154 1,070 1,084

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

  • The total population of Gushi village is around 3,820, including approximately 2,162 males and 1,658 females, with a sex ratio of 766 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 916 children aged 0–6 years in Gushi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gushi village has 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gushi village is about 43.61%, with male literacy at 50.51% and female literacy at 34.62%.
  • There are around 463 households in Gushi village.

Connectivity of Gushi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gushi. As per the 2011 stats, Gushi 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 Gushi

Knowing the nearby villages of Gushi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gushi.

Hayihama Halmat Pora Teker Buhi Pora Gund Gushi Batter Gam Gulgam Checki Kaliloan Auwoora Alchi Zab Kawari

Frequently Asked Questions about Gushi

Where is Gushi located?
Gushi village is situated in Kupwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gushi?
The Gram Panchayat of Gushi is Gushie B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gushi?
The pincode of Gushi is 193222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gushi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gushi is 3,820, with 2,162 males and 1,658 females.
How many households are there in Gushi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gushi village has a total of 463 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gushi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gushi is 43.61%. The male literacy rate is 50.51%, while the female literacy rate is 34.62%.