Gundchahal - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Gundchahal is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Laktipora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gundchahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundchahal is 003632. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.2 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gundchahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hom Shali Bugh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundchahal
According to the 2011 Census, Gundchahal village had a total population of 1,098 people, including 541 males and 557 females, living in 151 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.40%, with male literacy at 75.69% and female literacy at 57.64%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,098 | 541 | 557 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 109 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 327 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 214 | 293 |
Nearby Villages of Gundchahal
Gundchahal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gundchahal
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gundchahal. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Gundchahal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Gundchahal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Gundchahal is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundchahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundchahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gundchahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundchahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gundchahal
Where is Gundchahal located?
Gundchahal village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gundchahal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gundchahal is Laktipora.
What is the pincode of Gundchahal?
The pincode of Gundchahal is 192124.
What is the population of Gundchahal?
Gundchahal had a total population of 1,098, including 541 males and 557 females.
How many households are there in Gundchahal?
Gundchahal had 151 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundchahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundchahal was 66.40%. Male literacy was 75.69% and female literacy was 57.64%.