Goondla - R. S. Pura, Jammu
Goondla is a village situated in the R. S. Pura tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from R.s.pora and around 27 km from Jammu. Gondla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Goondla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Goondla is 006086. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.2 hectares and falls under the 181111 pincode. R.s.pora is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Goondla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the RS Pura South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Goondla
According to the 2011 Census, Goondla village had a total population of 396 people, including 216 males and 180 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.83%, with male literacy at 96.45% and female literacy at 86.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 74.
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 | 396 | 216 | 180 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 190 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 26 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Goondla
Goondla 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 Goondla
Goondla 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 | 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 R.s.pora to Goondla is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Goondla is about 27 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 Goondla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Goondla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Goondla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Goondla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Goondla
Where is Goondla located?
Goondla village is located in R. S. Pura Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Goondla?
The Halqa Panchayat of Goondla is Gondla.
What is the pincode of Goondla?
The pincode of Goondla is 181111.
What is the population of Goondla?
Goondla had a total population of 396, including 216 males and 180 females.
How many households are there in Goondla?
Goondla had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Goondla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Goondla was 91.83%. Male literacy was 96.45% and female literacy was 86.47%.