Khangund - Aripal, Pulwama
Khangund is a village situated in the Aripal tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Tral and around 37 km from Pulwama. Khangund village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khangund is 003037. The village covers a total geographical area of 201.9 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khangund 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 Khangund
According to the 2011 Census, Khangund village had a total population of 1,588 people, including 808 males and 780 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.92%, with male literacy at 77.53% and female literacy at 51.74%.
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 | 1,588 | 808 | 780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 916 | 559 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 249 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Khangund
Khangund 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 Khangund
Khangund is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tral to Khangund is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Khangund is about 37 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 Khangund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khangund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khangund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khangund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khangund
Where is Khangund located?
Khangund village is located in Aripal Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khangund?
Khangund is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khangund?
The pincode of Khangund is 192122.
What is the population of Khangund?
Khangund had a total population of 1,588, including 808 males and 780 females.
How many households are there in Khangund?
Khangund had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khangund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khangund was 64.92%. Male literacy was 77.53% and female literacy was 51.74%.