Nilgrath - Gund, Ganderbal
Nilgrath is a village situated in the Gund tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 55 km from Kangan and around 77 km from Gaderbal. Sonamarg-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Nilgrath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilgrath is 002924. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.7 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Nilgrath 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 Nilgrath
According to the 2011 Census, Nilgrath village had a total population of 1,085 people, including 582 males and 503 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.54%, with male literacy at 73.18% and female literacy at 47.70%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 683.
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 | 1,085 | 582 | 503 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 116 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 683 | 348 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 528 | 341 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 241 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Nilgrath
Nilgrath 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 Nilgrath
Nilgrath is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nilgrath is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Nilgrath is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nilgrath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilgrath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nilgrath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilgrath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nilgrath
Where is Nilgrath located?
Nilgrath village is located in Gund Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Nilgrath?
The Halqa Panchayat of Nilgrath is Sonamarg-a.
What is the pincode of Nilgrath?
The pincode of Nilgrath is 191202.
What is the population of Nilgrath?
Nilgrath had a total population of 1,085, including 582 males and 503 females.
How many households are there in Nilgrath?
Nilgrath had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nilgrath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilgrath was 61.54%. Male literacy was 73.18% and female literacy was 47.70%.