Gundi Boon - Hajin, Bandipora
Gundi Boon is a village situated in the Hajin tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Sonawari and around 36 km from Bandipora. Gundboon serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gundi Boon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundi Boon is 002784. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.6 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Hajin is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Gundi Boon 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 Gundi Boon
According to the 2011 Census, Gundi Boon village had a total population of 2,067 people, including 1,069 males and 998 females, living in 294 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.11%, with male literacy at 55.77% and female literacy at 35.96%. 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 | 2,067 | 1,069 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 133 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 842 | 522 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,225 | 547 | 678 |
Nearby Villages of Gundi Boon
Gundi Boon 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 Gundi Boon
Gundi Boon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Gundi Boon is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Gundi Boon is about 36 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 Gundi Boon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundi Boon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gundi Boon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundi Boon 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 Gundi Boon
Where is Gundi Boon located?
Gundi Boon village is located in Hajin Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gundi Boon?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gundi Boon is Gundboon.
What is the pincode of Gundi Boon?
The pincode of Gundi Boon is 193501.
What is the population of Gundi Boon?
Gundi Boon had a total population of 2,067, including 1,069 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Gundi Boon?
Gundi Boon had 294 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundi Boon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundi Boon was 46.11%. Male literacy was 55.77% and female literacy was 35.96%.