Gohlad
Gohlad is a village located in Mendhar tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 34km away from district headquarter Mendhar. Mendhar is the sub-district headquarter of Gohlad village. As per 2009 stats, Gohlad Town is the gram panchayat of Gohlad village.
Here you can discover what makes Gohlad unique in its vibrant Mendhar-Punch region. You’ll see Gohlad’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 Gohlad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gohlad is 001219. The village spans a total geographical area of 1195 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185111. Punch is nearest town to Gohlad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
Google Map of Gohlad
Population of Gohlad
According to the 2011 Census, Gohlad has a total population of about 12,696, with approximately 8,762 males and 3,934 females. The sex ratio is around 448 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,223 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 87 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,642. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.47%, with male literacy at about 86.94% and female literacy near 59.61%. There are around 1,580 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gohlad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,696 | 8,762 | 3,934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,223 | 660 | 563 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 78 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,642 | 1,317 | 1,325 |
| Literate Population | 9,963 | 7,618 | 2,345 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,733 | 1,144 | 1,589 |
Connectivity of Gohlad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gohlad. As per the 2011 stats, Gohlad 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 Gohlad
Knowing the nearby villages of Gohlad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gohlad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gohlad
- Where is Gohlad located?
- Gohlad village is situated in Mendhar Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gohlad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gohlad is Gohlad Town (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gohlad?
- The pincode of Gohlad is 185111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gohlad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gohlad is 12,696, with 8,762 males and 3,934 females.
- How many households are there in Gohlad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gohlad village has a total of 1,580 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gohlad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gohlad is 78.47%. The male literacy rate is 86.94%, while the female literacy rate is 59.61%.