Gaughroat
Gaughroat is a village located in Budhal tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Budhal (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Rajouri.
Here you can discover what makes Gaughroat unique in its vibrant Budhal-Rajouri region. You’ll see Gaughroat’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 Gaughroat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaughroat is 001436. The village spans a total geographical area of 940.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185132. Rajouri is nearest town to Gaughroat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Gaughroat
Population of Gaughroat
According to the 2011 Census, Gaughroat has a total population of about 3,000, with approximately 1,576 males and 1,424 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 553 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 1,169. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.63%, with male literacy at about 48.86% and female literacy near 31.53%. There are around 684 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaughroat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,000 | 1,576 | 1,424 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 304 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,169 | 609 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 1,219 | 770 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,781 | 806 | 975 |
Connectivity of Gaughroat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaughroat. As per the 2011 stats, Gaughroat 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 Gaughroat
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaughroat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaughroat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaughroat
- Where is Gaughroat located?
- Gaughroat village is situated in Budhal Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the pincode of Gaughroat?
- The pincode of Gaughroat is 185132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaughroat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaughroat is 3,000, with 1,576 males and 1,424 females.
- How many households are there in Gaughroat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaughroat village has a total of 684 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaughroat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaughroat is 40.63%. The male literacy rate is 48.86%, while the female literacy rate is 31.53%.