Gundow - Chilly Pingal, Doda
Gundow is a village situated in the Chilly Pingal tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 65 km from Doda. Gondoh serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gundow village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gundow is 004364. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.7 hectares and falls under the 182207 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Gundow village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gundow
According to the 2011 Census, Gundow village had a total population of 938 people, including 546 males and 392 females, living in 153 households. The sex ratio was 718 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.65%, with male literacy at 83.48% and female literacy at 52.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 404.
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 | 938 | 546 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 80 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 54 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 404 | 223 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 389 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 377 | 157 | 220 |
Transport and Connectivity of Gundow
Gundow is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thathri to Gundow is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Gundow is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gundow
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gundow village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gundow
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gundow village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gundow
Where is Gundow located?
Gundow village is located in Chilly Pingal Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gundow?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gundow is Gondoh.
What is the pincode of Gundow?
The pincode of Gundow is 182207.
What is the population of Gundow?
Gundow had a total population of 938, including 546 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Gundow?
Gundow had 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gundow?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gundow was 70.65%. Male literacy was 83.48% and female literacy was 52.44%.