Choi Gund - Keegam, Shopian
Choi Gund is a village situated in the Keegam tehsil of Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 14 km from Shopiyan and around 14 km from Shopiyan. Doompora serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Choi Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choi Gund is 003293. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.5 hectares and falls under the 192303 pincode. Shopiyan is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Choi Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Choi Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Choi Gund village had a total population of 169 people, including 89 males and 80 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.57%, with male literacy at 34.67% and female literacy at 32.35%.
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 | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 63 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Choi Gund
Choi 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 Choi Gund
Choi Gund 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shopiyan to Choi Gund is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choi Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choi Gund 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 Choi 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 Choi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Choi Gund
Where is Choi Gund located?
Choi Gund village is located in Keegam Tehsil, Shopian district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Choi Gund?
The Halqa Panchayat of Choi Gund is Doompora.
What is the pincode of Choi Gund?
The pincode of Choi Gund is 192303.
What is the population of Choi Gund?
Choi Gund had a total population of 169, including 89 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Choi Gund?
Choi Gund had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choi Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choi Gund was 33.57%. Male literacy was 34.67% and female literacy was 32.35%.