Kral Gund - Qaziabad (Kralgund), Kupwara
Kral Gund is a village situated in the Qaziabad (Kralgund) tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Handwara and around 27 km from Kupwara. Kralgund serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kral Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kral Gund is 000303. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.1 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kral Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Langate Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kral Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Kral Gund village had a total population of 2,136 people, including 1,091 males and 1,045 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 958 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.17%, with male literacy at 80.02% and female literacy at 51.77%.
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 | 2,136 | 1,091 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 466 | 240 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,105 | 681 | 424 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,031 | 410 | 621 |
Nearby Villages of Kral Gund
Kral 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 Kral Gund
Kral Gund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kral Gund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Kral Gund is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Kral Gund is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kral Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kral Gund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kral 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 Kral 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 Kral Gund
Where is Kral Gund located?
Kral Gund village is located in Qaziabad (Kralgund) Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kral Gund?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kral Gund is Kralgund.
What is the pincode of Kral Gund?
The pincode of Kral Gund is 193302.
What is the population of Kral Gund?
Kral Gund had a total population of 2,136, including 1,091 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Kral Gund?
Kral Gund had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kral Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kral Gund was 66.17%. Male literacy was 80.02% and female literacy was 51.77%.