Banger Gund - Villgam, Kupwara
Banger Gund is a village situated in the Villgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 38 km from Handwara and around 15 km from Kupwaras. Padergund serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Banger Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banger Gund is 000131. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.16 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Banger Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Banger Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Banger Gund village had a total population of 261 people, including 139 males and 122 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.25%, with male literacy at 67.02% and female literacy at 42.53%.
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 | 261 | 139 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 63 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 76 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Banger Gund
Banger 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 Banger Gund
Banger Gund 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kupwara to Banger Gund is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwaras to Banger Gund is about 15 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 Banger Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banger Gund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Banger 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 Banger Gund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Banger Gund
Where is Banger Gund located?
Banger Gund village is located in Villgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Banger Gund?
The Halqa Panchayat of Banger Gund is Padergund.
What is the pincode of Banger Gund?
The pincode of Banger Gund is 193224.
What is the population of Banger Gund?
Banger Gund had a total population of 261, including 139 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Banger Gund?
Banger Gund had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banger Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banger Gund was 55.25%. Male literacy was 67.02% and female literacy was 42.53%.