Zari Gund - Wakoora, Ganderbal
Zari Gund is a village situated in the Wakoora tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Lar and around 10 km from Gaderbal. Kurhama-a serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Zari Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zari Gund is 002862. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.2 hectares and falls under the 191201 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Zari Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ganderbal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zari Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Zari Gund village had a total population of 143 people, including 75 males and 68 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 60.87% and female literacy at 37.29%.
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 | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 42 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 33 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Zari Gund
Zari 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 Zari Gund
Zari Gund is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ganderbal to Zari Gund is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Zari Gund is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zari Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zari Gund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Zari 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 Zari Gund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Zari Gund
Where is Zari Gund located?
Zari Gund village is located in Wakoora Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Zari Gund?
The Halqa Panchayat of Zari Gund is Kurhama-a.
What is the pincode of Zari Gund?
The pincode of Zari Gund is 191201.
What is the population of Zari Gund?
Zari Gund had a total population of 143, including 75 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Zari Gund?
Zari Gund had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zari Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zari Gund was 50.00%. Male literacy was 60.87% and female literacy was 37.29%.