Gahend

Gahend is a village located in Shopian tehsil of Shupiyan district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 11km away from Shopian, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gahend village.

Gahend has its own place in the vibrant Shupiyan 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 Gahend

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahend is 003450. The village spans a total geographical area of 70 hectares. Shopiyan is nearest town to Gahend village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Gahend

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 613 296 317
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 95 51 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 352 189 163
Illiterate Population 261 107 154

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

  • The total population of Gahend village is around 613, including approximately 296 males and 317 females, with a sex ratio of 1070 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Gahend village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Gahend village is about 57.42%, with male literacy at 63.85% and female literacy at 51.42%.
  • There are around 81 households in Gahend village.

Connectivity of Gahend

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahend. As per the 2011 stats, Gahend had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahend

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

Badi Marg Reshi Pora Chako Herman Lamdoora Chode Gam Haji Pora Hardo Nagisheran Kumdalan Rawal Pora Dashi Pora

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahend

Where is Gahend located?
Gahend village is situated in Shopian Tehsil, within the Shupiyan district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Gahend as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahend is 613, with 296 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Gahend as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahend village has a total of 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahend as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahend is 57.42%. The male literacy rate is 63.85%, while the female literacy rate is 51.42%.