Gahind - Harmain, Shopian
Gahind is a village situated in the Harmain tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 11 km from Shopian and around 11 km from Shopian. Herman serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Gahind village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahind is 003450. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Gahind village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wachi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahind
According to the 2011 Census, Gahind village had a total population of 613 people, including 296 males and 317 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,071 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.95%, with male literacy at 77.14% and female literacy at 59.71%.
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 | 613 | 296 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 189 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 261 | 107 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Gahind
Gahind 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 Gahind
Gahind is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Gahind is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shopian to Gahind is about 11 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 Gahind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahind 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gahind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahind 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 Gahind
Where is Gahind located?
Gahind village is located in Harmain Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Gahind?
The Halqa Panchayat of Gahind is Herman.
What is the pincode of Gahind?
The pincode of Gahind is 192303.
What is the population of Gahind?
Gahind had a total population of 613, including 296 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Gahind?
Gahind had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahind was 67.95%. Male literacy was 77.14% and female literacy was 59.71%.