Ban Gund - Pulwama
Ban Gund is a village situated in the Pulwama tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Pulwama, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Hunipora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ban Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ban Gund is 003101. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.5 hectares and falls under the 192301 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Ban Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pulwama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ban Gund
As per Census 2011, Ban Gund village has a total population of 759 people, consisting of 379 males and 380 females. The village has 121 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 259 literate and 500 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ban Gund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 759 | 379 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 73 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 259 | 138 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 241 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Ban Gund
Ban 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 Ban Gund
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ban Gund. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ban Gund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pulwama to Ban Gund is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ban Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ban Gund 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 Ban 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 Ban 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ban Gund
Where is Ban Gund located?
Ban Gund village is located in Pulwama Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ban Gund?
The Gram Panchayat of Ban Gund is Hunipora.
What is the pincode of Ban Gund?
The pincode of Ban Gund is 192301.
What is the population of Ban Gund?
Ban Gund has a total population of 759, including 379 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Ban Gund?
There are 121 households in Ban Gund.
What is the literacy rate in Ban Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban Gund is 34.12%. Male literacy is 36.41% and female literacy is 31.84%.