Gund I Nowgam - Sonawari, Bandipora
Gund I Nowgam is a village situated in the Sonawari tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Sonawari and around 35 km from Bandipora. Gund Nowgam serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gund I Nowgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gund I Nowgam is 002801. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.1 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Sumbal is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Gund I Nowgam 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 Nowgam
According to the 2011 Census, Gund I Nowgam village had a total population of 1,916 people, including 975 males and 941 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 36.74%, with male literacy at 51.06% and female literacy at 22.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,916 | 975 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 172 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 589 | 410 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,327 | 565 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Gund I Nowgam
Gund I Nowgam 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 Nowgam
Gund I Nowgam 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sumbal to Gund I Nowgam is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Gund I Nowgam is about 35 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 Nowgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gund I Nowgam 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gund I Nowgam
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 Nowgam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gund I Nowgam
Where is Gund I Nowgam located?
Gund I Nowgam village is located in Sonawari Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gund I Nowgam?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gund I Nowgam is Gund Nowgam.
What is the pincode of Gund I Nowgam?
The pincode of Gund I Nowgam is 193501.
What is the population of Gund I Nowgam?
Gund I Nowgam had a total population of 1,916, including 975 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Gund I Nowgam?
Gund I Nowgam had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gund I Nowgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gund I Nowgam was 36.74%. Male literacy was 51.06% and female literacy was 22.38%.