Kanigund - Beerwah, Budgam
Kanigund is a village situated in the Beerwah tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Beerwah and around 25 km from Budgam. Kanigund village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanigund is 000498. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.07 hectares and falls under the 193411 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kanigund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khan Sahib Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanigund
According to the 2011 Census, Kanigund village had a total population of 491 people, including 309 males and 182 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 589 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.39%, with male literacy at 79.29% and female literacy at 50.91%.
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 | 491 | 309 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 111 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 157 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 152 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Kanigund
Kanigund 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 Kanigund
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kanigund. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kanigund.
| 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 Beerwah to Kanigund is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Kanigund 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 Kanigund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanigund 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 Kanigund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanigund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanigund
Where is Kanigund located?
Kanigund village is located in Beerwah Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanigund?
Kanigund is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanigund?
The pincode of Kanigund is 193411.
What is the population of Kanigund?
Kanigund had a total population of 491, including 309 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Kanigund?
Kanigund had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanigund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanigund was 66.39%. Male literacy was 79.29% and female literacy was 50.91%.