Gund Bal - Pampore, Pulwama
Gund Bal is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Ladhoo-b Bunpora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gund Bal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gund Bal is 002975. The village covers a total geographical area of 39.3 hectares and falls under the 192121 pincode. Pampore is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gund Bal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gund Bal
According to the 2011 Census, Gund Bal village had a total population of 616 people, including 314 males and 302 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.65%, with male literacy at 83.98% and female literacy at 64.73%.
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 | 616 | 314 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 58 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 215 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 99 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Gund Bal
Gund Bal 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 Gund Bal
Gund Bal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Gund Bal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pampore to Gund Bal is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Gund Bal is about 33 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 Gund Bal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gund Bal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gund Bal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gund Bal 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 Gund Bal
Where is Gund Bal located?
Gund Bal village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gund Bal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gund Bal is Ladhoo-b Bunpora.
What is the pincode of Gund Bal?
The pincode of Gund Bal is 192121.
What is the population of Gund Bal?
Gund Bal had a total population of 616, including 314 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Gund Bal?
Gund Bal had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gund Bal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gund Bal was 74.65%. Male literacy was 83.98% and female literacy was 64.73%.