Gundi Pora - Beerwah, Budgam
Gundi Pora is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Beerwah and around 25 km from Budgam. Gundipora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gundi Pora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundi Pora is 000481. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.69 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Gundi Pora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Beerwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundi Pora
According to the 2011 Census, Gundi Pora village had a total population of 2,060 people, including 1,054 males and 1,006 females, living in 264 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.90%, with male literacy at 75.09% and female literacy at 51.08%.
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 | 2,060 | 1,054 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 247 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,031 | 606 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,029 | 448 | 581 |
Nearby Villages of Gundi Pora
Gundi Pora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Beri Gam | North | 1.18 km |
| Chowgam | East | 1.34 km |
| Nawah | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Baihama | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Nowgam Devsar | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Pal Pora | North-West | 5.41 km |
| Chak Wazoo | South-East | 5.97 km |
| Khar Gund | North | 6.00 km |
| Kali Pora | North | 6.40 km |
| Shanker Pora | East | 7.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gundi Pora
Gundi Pora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Beerwah to Gundi Pora is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Gundi Pora is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundi Pora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundi Pora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gundi Pora
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 Pora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gundi Pora
Where is Gundi Pora located?
Gundi Pora village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gundi Pora?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gundi Pora is Gundipora.
What is the pincode of Gundi Pora?
The pincode of Gundi Pora is 193411.
What is the population of Gundi Pora?
Gundi Pora had a total population of 2,060, including 1,054 males and 1,006 females.
How many households are there in Gundi Pora?
Gundi Pora had 264 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundi Pora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundi Pora was 62.90%. Male literacy was 75.09% and female literacy was 51.08%.