Gund I Prang - Hajin, Bandipora
Gund I Prang is a village situated in the Hajin tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Sonawari and around 32 km from Bandipora. Gundprang serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gund I Prang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gund I Prang is 002770. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.1 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Hajin is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gund I Prang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gund I Prang
According to the 2011 Census, Gund I Prang village had a total population of 3,818 people, including 2,027 males and 1,791 females, living in 557 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.06%, with male literacy at 38.54% and female literacy at 20.80%. 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 | 3,818 | 2,027 | 1,791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 678 | 387 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 632 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,874 | 1,395 | 1,479 |
Nearby Villages of Gund I Prang
Gund I Prang 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 Gund I Prang
Gund I Prang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hajin to Gund I Prang is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Gund I Prang is about 32 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 Gund I Prang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gund I Prang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gund I Prang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gund I Prang 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gund I Prang
Where is Gund I Prang located?
Gund I Prang village is located in Hajin Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gund I Prang?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gund I Prang is Gundprang.
What is the pincode of Gund I Prang?
The pincode of Gund I Prang is 193501.
What is the population of Gund I Prang?
Gund I Prang had a total population of 3,818, including 2,027 males and 1,791 females.
How many households are there in Gund I Prang?
Gund I Prang had 557 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gund I Prang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gund I Prang was 30.06%. Male literacy was 38.54% and female literacy was 20.80%.