Guchan - Dooru, Anantnag
Guchan is a village situated in the Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dooru and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Shistergam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Guchan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Guchan is 003854. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.6 hectares and falls under the 192211 pincode. Qazigund is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Guchan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Guchan
As per Census 2011, Guchan village has a total population of 1,120 people, consisting of 652 males and 468 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 717 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 674 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Guchan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,120 | 652 | 468 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 137 | 135 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 446 | 292 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 360 | 314 |
Nearby Villages of Guchan
Guchan 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 Guchan
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Qazigund to Guchan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Guchan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Guchan
Where is Guchan located?
Guchan village is located in Dooru Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Guchan?
The Gram Panchayat of Guchan is Shistergam.
What is the pincode of Guchan?
The pincode of Guchan is 192211.
What is the population of Guchan?
Guchan has a total population of 1,120, including 652 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Guchan?
There are 123 households in Guchan.
What is the literacy rate in Guchan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Guchan is 39.82%. Male literacy is 44.79% and female literacy is 32.91%.