Gool - Gool, Ramban
Gool is a village situated in the Gool tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 52 km from Ramban and around 52 km from Ramban. Gool A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gool village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gool is 004607. The village covers a total geographical area of 2448.8 hectares and falls under the 182144 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Gool village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Reasi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gool
As per Census 2011, Gool village has a total population of 9,574 people, consisting of 4,961 males and 4,613 females. The village has 1,817 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,897 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,648 literate and 4,926 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,156 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gool are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,574 | 4,961 | 4,613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,897 | 991 | 906 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,156 | 1,157 | 999 |
| Literate Population | 4,648 | 2,900 | 1,748 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,926 | 2,061 | 2,865 |
Nearby Villages of Gool
Gool is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Wanding | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Ind | South-East | 5.34 km |
| Chaklas | West | 5.94 km |
| Budhan | South-West | 6.98 km |
| Thatharka | East | 7.10 km |
| Dalwah | East | 8.13 km |
| Sangaldan | East | 8.25 km |
| Bandan | East | 9.30 km |
| Jamaslan | West | 9.54 km |
| Shagan | North-East | 11.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gool
Gool is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is S M V D Katra, while the nearest airport is Rajouri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.9 km.
| 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 Ramban to Gool is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gool
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gool village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gool
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gool village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gool
Where is Gool located?
Gool village is located in Gool Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gool?
The Gram Panchayat of Gool is Gool A.
What is the pincode of Gool?
The pincode of Gool is 182144.
What is the population of Gool?
Gool has a total population of 9,574, including 4,961 males and 4,613 females.
How many households are there in Gool?
There are 1,817 households in Gool.
What is the literacy rate in Gool?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gool is 48.55%. Male literacy is 58.46% and female literacy is 37.89%.