Gashand
Gashand is a village located in Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Chenani (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Udhampur. As per 2009 stats, Sarar is the gram panchayat of Gashand village.
Here you can discover what makes Gashand unique in its vibrant Chenani-Udhampur region. You’ll see Gashand’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 Gashand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gashand is 005021. The village spans a total geographical area of 176.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182161. Chenani is nearest town to Gashand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Gashand
Population of Gashand
According to the 2011 Census, Gashand has a total population of about 465, with approximately 237 males and 228 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 156. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.33%, with male literacy at about 43.46% and female literacy near 22.81%. There are around 92 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gashand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 237 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 86 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 103 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 134 | 176 |
Connectivity of Gashand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gashand. As per the 2011 stats, Gashand had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gashand
Knowing the nearby villages of Gashand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gashand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gashand
- Where is Gashand located?
- Gashand village is situated in Chenani Tehsil, within the Udhampur district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gashand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gashand is Sarar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gashand?
- The pincode of Gashand is 182161, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gashand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gashand is 465, with 237 males and 228 females.
- How many households are there in Gashand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gashand village has a total of 92 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gashand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gashand is 33.33%. The male literacy rate is 43.46%, while the female literacy rate is 22.81%.