Gawass - Shahbad Bala, Anantnag
Gawass is a village situated in the Shahbad Bala tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Dooru and around 40 km from Anantnag. Gawas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gawass village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gawass is 003871. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.6 hectares and falls under the 192212 pincode. Verinag is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gawass village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gawass
According to the 2011 Census, Gawass village had a total population of 2,613 people, including 1,438 males and 1,175 females, living in 355 households. The sex ratio was 817 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.73%, with male literacy at 65.46% and female literacy at 47.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,613 | 1,438 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 792 | 526 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 597 | 436 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,580 | 841 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Gawass
Gawass 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 Gawass
Gawass is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Verinag to Gawass is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Gawass is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gawass
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gawass village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gawass
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gawass village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gawass
Where is Gawass located?
Gawass village is located in Shahbad Bala Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gawass?
The Gram Panchayat of Gawass is Gawas.
What is the pincode of Gawass?
The pincode of Gawass is 192212.
What is the population of Gawass?
Gawass had a total population of 2,613, including 1,438 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Gawass?
Gawass had 355 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gawass?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawass was 56.73%. Male literacy was 65.46% and female literacy was 47.96%.