Pader Gund - Villgam, Kupwara
Pader Gund is a village situated in the Villgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 27 km from Handwara and around 15 km from Kupwara. Padergund serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Pader Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pader Gund is 000132. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.3 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Pader Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pader Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Pader Gund village had a total population of 361 people, including 199 males and 162 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 814 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.38%, with male literacy at 87.41% and female literacy at 56.67%.
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 | 361 | 199 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 56 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 125 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 74 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Pader Gund
Pader 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 Pader Gund
Pader 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 Pader Gund is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pader Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pader 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pader 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 Pader Gund 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pader Gund
Where is Pader Gund located?
Pader Gund village is located in Villgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Pader Gund?
The Halqa Panchayat of Pader Gund is Padergund.
What is the pincode of Pader Gund?
The pincode of Pader Gund is 193224.
What is the population of Pader Gund?
Pader Gund had a total population of 361, including 199 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Pader Gund?
Pader Gund had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pader Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pader Gund was 73.38%. Male literacy was 87.41% and female literacy was 56.67%.