Gulzarabad - D H Pora, Kulgam
Gulzarabad is a village situated in the D H Pora tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Damhal Hanjipora and around 41 km from Kulgam. Gulzarabad village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulzarabad is 004108. The village covers a total geographical area of 265.1 hectares and falls under the 192233 pincode. Damhal Hanjipora is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gulzarabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulzarabad
According to the 2011 Census, Gulzarabad village had a total population of 1,459 people, including 778 males and 681 females, living in 288 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.34%, with male literacy at 52.51% and female literacy at 24.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 1,459 | 778 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 161 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 324 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 996 | 454 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Gulzarabad
Gulzarabad 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 Gulzarabad
Gulzarabad is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Damhal Hanjipora to Gulzarabad is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Gulzarabad is about 41 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 Gulzarabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulzarabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gulzarabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulzarabad 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulzarabad
Where is Gulzarabad located?
Gulzarabad village is located in D H Pora Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gulzarabad?
Gulzarabad is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gulzarabad?
The pincode of Gulzarabad is 192233.
What is the population of Gulzarabad?
Gulzarabad had a total population of 1,459, including 778 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Gulzarabad?
Gulzarabad had 288 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gulzarabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulzarabad was 39.34%. Male literacy was 52.51% and female literacy was 24.82%.