Bon Gund - Kawarhama, Baramulla
Bon Gund is a village situated in the Kawarhama tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Khag and around 40 km from Budgam. Larkipora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bon Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bon Gund is 000374. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.8 hectares and falls under the 193404 pincode. Magam is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bon Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bon Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Bon Gund village had a total population of 432 people, including 246 males and 186 females, living in 64 households. The sex ratio was 756 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.86%, with male literacy at 55.66% and female literacy at 37.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 432 | 246 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 75 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 118 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 128 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Bon Gund
Bon Gund 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 Bon Gund
Bon Gund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Bon Gund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Magam to Bon Gund is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Bon Gund 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 Bon Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bon Gund 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bon Gund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bon Gund 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bon Gund
Where is Bon Gund located?
Bon Gund village is located in Kawarhama Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bon Gund?
The Gram Panchayat of Bon Gund is Larkipora.
What is the pincode of Bon Gund?
The pincode of Bon Gund is 193404.
What is the population of Bon Gund?
Bon Gund had a total population of 432, including 246 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Bon Gund?
Bon Gund had 64 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bon Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bon Gund was 47.86%. Male literacy was 55.66% and female literacy was 37.65%.