Gundi momin is a village which is located in the Handwara sub-district of Kupwara district in the state of Jammu & Kashmir, India. According to the Census 2011, the village has a total population of 487 persons, comprising 261 males and 226 females. Gundi momin village consists of 79 houses, indicating an average household size of 6.16 persons per house. The village has a reasonably balanced gender composition with males comprising 53.6% and females making up 46.4% of the population. This balanced demographic pattern suggests stable community dynamics within the village.
Educational Attainment in Gundi momin
Gundi momin village has a total literate population of 218 persons, with an overall literacy rate of 44.76%, which is significantly below the national average of 74.04%:
- Male literate population: 135 persons
- Female literate population: 83 persons
- Male literacy rate: 51.72%
- Female literacy rate: 36.73%
The gender gap in literacy is substantial, with a difference of 14.99 percentage points between male and female literacy rates. While 135 males are literate, only 83 females have achieved literacy, indicating considerable barriers to women’s education in the village. Both male and female literacy rates lag significantly behind national standards, highlighting the urgent need for improved educational facilities and community engagement. Continued emphasis on girls’ education and comprehensive literacy programs are essential for further improving these indicators and promoting equitable learning opportunities.
Work Participation in Gundi momin
The village demonstrates the following workforce characteristics:
- Total working population: 106 (21.77% of total population)
- Male working population: 98 (37.55%)
- Female working population: 8 (3.54%)
The overall work participation rate of 21.77% remains notably low compared to national standards, and there exists a striking gender disparity in workforce engagement. While 37.55% of males participate in economic activities, merely 3.54% of females are engaged in the workforce, meaning only 8 women out of 226 are counted as workers. This exceptionally minimal female work participation rate points to substantial cultural, social, or economic constraints preventing women from engaging in formal economic pursuits.
Age Distribution & Social Composition
Official records present key information about the village’s demographic characteristics with a population aged 0-6 years numbering 114 persons (23.41% of total population). The child population constitutes nearly one-quarter of the total population, indicating a remarkably youthful demographic profile that substantially exceeds the national average of 13.59% for the 0-6 age group. This suggests a high fertility rate and a rapidly growing population base within the village, which has significant implications for future infrastructure and educational requirements. The substantial proportion of young children indicates increasing demand for primary education facilities and child welfare services as this cohort matures.
According to the census data, the village has no Scheduled Caste population (0% of total population), reflecting the distinct social structure characteristic of the Muslim-majority Kashmir valley region.
Data Summary
| Indicator | Gundi momin | National Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | – | – |
| Household Size | 6.16 | 4.9 | +1.26 |
| Literacy Rate | 44.76% | 74.04% | -29.28% |
| Male Literacy | 51.72% | 82.14% | -30.42% |
| Female Literacy | 36.73% | 65.46% | -28.73% |
| Work Participation | 21.77% | 39.8% | -18.03% |
| Male Work Participation | 37.55% | 53.26% | -15.71% |
| Female Work Participation | 3.54% | 25.52% | -21.98% |