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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Ban Gund village had a total population of 759 people, including 379 males and 380 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.72%, with male literacy at 45.10% and female literacy at 36.67%.
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 | 759 | 379 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 73 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Ban Gund?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 759, including 379 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Ban Gund?
Ban Gund had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ban Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ban Gund was 40.72%. Male literacy was 45.10% and female literacy was 36.67%.