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.

Gaunthal has its own place in the vibrant Punch 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 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.

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Population of Gaunthal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Gaunthal village is around 4,091, including approximately 2,105 males and 1,986 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 694 children aged 0–6 years in Gaunthal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaunthal village has 2,285 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gaunthal village is about 50.53%, with male literacy at 61.81% and female literacy at 38.57%.
  • There are around 737 households in Gaunthal village.

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.

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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%.