Khelan Gundmusa - Shahoora (Litter), Pulwama
Khelan Gundmusa is a village situated in the Shahoora (Litter) tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Awaintipora and around 18 km from Pulwama. Naina serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khelan Gundmusa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khelan Gundmusa is 003025. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.7 hectares and falls under the 192302 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khelan Gundmusa 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 Khelan Gundmusa
According to the 2011 Census, Khelan Gundmusa village had a total population of 1,308 people, including 681 males and 627 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.11%, with male literacy at 71.38% and female literacy at 43.74%.
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 | 1,308 | 681 | 627 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 260 | 136 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 389 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 699 | 292 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Khelan Gundmusa
Khelan Gundmusa 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 Khelan Gundmusa
Khelan Gundmusa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Khelan Gundmusa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Khelan Gundmusa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Khelan Gundmusa is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khelan Gundmusa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khelan Gundmusa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khelan Gundmusa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khelan Gundmusa 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 Khelan Gundmusa
Where is Khelan Gundmusa located?
Khelan Gundmusa village is located in Shahoora (Litter) Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khelan Gundmusa?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khelan Gundmusa is Naina.
What is the pincode of Khelan Gundmusa?
The pincode of Khelan Gundmusa is 192302.
What is the population of Khelan Gundmusa?
Khelan Gundmusa had a total population of 1,308, including 681 males and 627 females.
How many households are there in Khelan Gundmusa?
Khelan Gundmusa had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khelan Gundmusa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khelan Gundmusa was 58.11%. Male literacy was 71.38% and female literacy was 43.74%.