Gomal - Karnah, Kupwara
Gomal is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Gumal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gomal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gomal is 000342. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Gomal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gomal
According to the 2011 Census, Gomal village had a total population of 982 people, including 518 males and 464 females, living in 147 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.25%, with male literacy at 81.52% and female literacy at 66.23%.
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 | 982 | 518 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 96 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 344 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 174 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Gomal
Gomal 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 Gomal
Gomal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kupwara to Gomal is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Gomal is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gomal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gomal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gomal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gomal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gomal
Where is Gomal located?
Gomal village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gomal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gomal is Gumal.
What is the pincode of Gomal?
The pincode of Gomal is 193225.
What is the population of Gomal?
Gomal had a total population of 982, including 518 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Gomal?
Gomal had 147 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gomal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gomal was 74.25%. Male literacy was 81.52% and female literacy was 66.23%.