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
As per Census 2011, Gawass village has a total population of 2,613 people, consisting of 1,438 males and 1,175 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 817 females per 1,000 males. There are 792 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,033 literate and 1,580 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gawass are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,613 | 1,438 | 1,175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 792 | 526 | 266 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 2,613, including 1,438 males and 1,175 females.
How many households are there in Gawass?
There are 355 households in Gawass.
What is the literacy rate in Gawass?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gawass is 39.53%. Male literacy is 41.52% and female literacy is 37.11%.