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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Bata Gund village had a total population of 1,363 people, including 692 males and 671 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.26%, with male literacy at 79.01% and female literacy at 57.38%.
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 | 1,363 | 692 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 273 | 144 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Bata Gund?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 1,363, including 692 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Bata Gund?
Bata Gund had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bata Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bata Gund was 68.26%. Male literacy was 79.01% and female literacy was 57.38%.