Gaunthal
Gaunthal is a village located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Surankote (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Gunthal Upper is the gram panchayat of Gaunthal village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaunthal unique in its vibrant Surankote-Punch region. You’ll see Gaunthal’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 Gaunthal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaunthal is 001248. The village spans a total geographical area of 461 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185121. Surankote is nearest town to Gaunthal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Gaunthal
Population of Gaunthal
According to the 2011 Census, Gaunthal has a total population of about 4,091, with approximately 2,105 males and 1,986 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 694 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,285. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.53%, with male literacy at about 61.81% and female literacy near 38.57%. There are around 737 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaunthal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,091 | 2,105 | 1,986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 694 | 374 | 320 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,285 | 1,168 | 1,117 |
| Literate Population | 2,067 | 1,301 | 766 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,024 | 804 | 1,220 |
Connectivity of Gaunthal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaunthal. As per the 2011 stats, Gaunthal 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 Gaunthal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaunthal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaunthal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaunthal
- Where is Gaunthal located?
- Gaunthal village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaunthal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaunthal is Gunthal Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaunthal?
- The pincode of Gaunthal is 185121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaunthal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaunthal is 4,091, with 2,105 males and 1,986 females.
- How many households are there in Gaunthal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaunthal village has a total of 737 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaunthal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaunthal is 50.53%. The male literacy rate is 61.81%, while the female literacy rate is 38.57%.