Khawja Gund - Khag, Budgam
Khawja Gund is a village situated in the Khag tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Khag and around 40 km from Budgam. Rawathpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khawja Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khawja Gund is 000402. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.4 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khawja Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khawja Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Khawja Gund village had a total population of 351 people, including 190 males and 161 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.09%, with male literacy at 30.63% and female literacy at 20.86%.
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 | 351 | 190 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 49 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 141 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Khawja Gund
Khawja 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 Khawja Gund
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Khawja Gund. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khawja Gund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Khawja Gund is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Khawja 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 Khawja Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khawja 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khawja 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 Khawja Gund 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khawja Gund
Where is Khawja Gund located?
Khawja Gund village is located in Khag Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khawja Gund?
The Gram Panchayat of Khawja Gund is Rawathpora.
What is the pincode of Khawja Gund?
The pincode of Khawja Gund is 191111.
What is the population of Khawja Gund?
Khawja Gund had a total population of 351, including 190 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Khawja Gund?
Khawja Gund had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khawja Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khawja Gund was 26.09%. Male literacy was 30.63% and female literacy was 20.86%.