Kullan - Gund, Ganderbal
Kullan is a village situated in the Gund tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Kangan and around 72 km from Gaderbal. Kullan -a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kullan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kullan is 002921. The village covers a total geographical area of 254.9 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kullan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kullan
According to the 2011 Census, Kullan village had a total population of 2,960 people, including 1,545 males and 1,415 females, living in 515 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.44%, with male literacy at 66.19% and female literacy at 41.76%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 842.
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 | 2,960 | 1,545 | 1,415 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 550 | 294 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 842 | 436 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 1,312 | 828 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,648 | 717 | 931 |
Nearby Villages of Kullan
Kullan 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 Kullan
Kullan 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 5-10 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 Ganderbal to Kullan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Kullan is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kullan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kullan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kullan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kullan 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kullan
Where is Kullan located?
Kullan village is located in Gund Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kullan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kullan is Kullan -a.
What is the pincode of Kullan?
The pincode of Kullan is 191202.
What is the population of Kullan?
Kullan had a total population of 2,960, including 1,545 males and 1,415 females.
How many households are there in Kullan?
Kullan had 515 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kullan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kullan was 54.44%. Male literacy was 66.19% and female literacy was 41.76%.