Bata Gund - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Bata Gund is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Handwara and around 25 km from Kupwara. Batagund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bata Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bata Gund is 000292. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.8 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Bata Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bata Gund
As per Census 2011, Bata Gund village has a total population of 1,363 people, consisting of 692 males and 671 females. The village has 222 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 273 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 619 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bata Gund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,363 | 692 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 144 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 433 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 259 | 360 |
Nearby Villages of Bata Gund
Bata Gund 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 Bata Gund
Bata Gund 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 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 Handwara to Bata Gund is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Bata Gund is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bata Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bata Gund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bata Gund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bata Gund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bata Gund
Where is Bata Gund located?
Bata Gund village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bata Gund?
The Gram Panchayat of Bata Gund is Batagund.
What is the pincode of Bata Gund?
The pincode of Bata Gund is 193302.
What is the population of Bata Gund?
Bata Gund has a total population of 1,363, including 692 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Bata Gund?
There are 222 households in Bata Gund.
What is the literacy rate in Bata Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bata Gund is 54.59%. Male literacy is 62.57% and female literacy is 46.35%.