Gulistan - Aripal, Pulwama
Gulistan is a village situated in the Aripal tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Tral and around 46 km from Pulwama. Gulistan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gulistan is 003032. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Gulistan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gulistan
As per Census 2011, Gulistan village has a total population of 316 people, consisting of 158 males and 158 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gulistan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 316 | 158 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 18 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 98 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 60 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Gulistan
Gulistan 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 Gulistan
Gulistan 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 5-10 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 Tral to Gulistan is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Gulistan is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gulistan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gulistan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gulistan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gulistan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gulistan
Where is Gulistan located?
Gulistan village is located in Aripal Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gulistan?
Gulistan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gulistan?
The pincode of Gulistan is 192122.
What is the population of Gulistan?
Gulistan has a total population of 316, including 158 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Gulistan?
There are 51 households in Gulistan.
What is the literacy rate in Gulistan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gulistan is 48.73%. Male literacy is 62.03% and female literacy is 35.44%.