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.
Here you can discover what makes Gahend unique in its vibrant Shopian-Shupiyan region. You’ll see Gahend’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 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.
Google Map of Gahend
Population of Gahend
According to the 2011 Census, Gahend has a total population of about 613, with approximately 296 males and 317 females. The sex ratio is around 1070 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.42%, with male literacy at about 63.85% and female literacy near 51.42%. There are around 81 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahend's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.