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
As per Census 2011, Gomal village has a total population of 982 people, consisting of 518 males and 464 females. The village has 147 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 385 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gomal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 982 | 518 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 96 | 82 |
| 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 has a total population of 982, including 518 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Gomal?
There are 147 households in Gomal.
What is the literacy rate in Gomal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gomal is 60.79%. Male literacy is 66.41% and female literacy is 54.53%.