Gunjnal - Hiranagar, Kathua
Gunjnal is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Pansar serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gunjnal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunjnal is 002162. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 184148 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Gunjnal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hira Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunjnal
According to the 2011 Census, Gunjnal village had a total population of 45 people, including 25 males and 20 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.50%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 83.33%.
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 | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Gunjnal
Gunjnal 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 Gunjnal
Gunjnal 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Gunjnal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Gunjnal is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gunjnal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunjnal 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 Gunjnal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunjnal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gunjnal
Where is Gunjnal located?
Gunjnal village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gunjnal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gunjnal is Pansar.
What is the pincode of Gunjnal?
The pincode of Gunjnal is 184148.
What is the population of Gunjnal?
Gunjnal had a total population of 45, including 25 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Gunjnal?
Gunjnal had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gunjnal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunjnal was 82.50%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 83.33%.