How many villages are in Dooru Sub-district?
Dooru Sub-district has 62 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 61 inhabited villages. They are part of Anantnag district in Jammu and Kashmir.
Indian Village Directory
Dooru Sub-district Village List
Dooru Sub-district in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir has 62 Census 2011 village records, including 61 inhabited villages. The listed villages cover 166,590 people, 20,948 households and 11,619.5 hectares. Reported local context includes 47 Gram Panchayats, village facilities, land-use fields, nearest-town references and individual village profiles. Census datasets record this administrative level as a sub-district, while local usage may call it a tehsil, taluka, mandal, block or tahasil.
Dooru Sub-district has 62 Census 2011 village records in this directory, including 61 inhabited villages. They are part of Anantnag district in Jammu and Kashmir.
Villages62
Inhabited Villages61
Population166,590
Households20,948
Area (ha)11,619.5
CD Blocks2
Key Facts
- Location
- Dooru Sub-district is in Anantnag district, Jammu and Kashmir.
- Village Records
- 62 Census 2011 village records
- Inhabited Villages
- 61
- Listed Population
- 166,590
- Households
- 20,948
- Recorded Village Area
- 11,619.5 hectares
- Gram Panchayats
- 47
- Largest by Population
- Hakura Badas Gam (9,088 people)
- Largest by Area
- Bata Gund (787.9 hectares)
Largest Villages by Population
Hakura Badas Gam is the highest-population village listed in Dooru Sub-district, with 9,088 people and 1,150 households. It represents 5.5% of the listed sub-district village population. Open the village profile to compare its Census code, facilities, area and nearest-town details.
| Rank | Village | Population | Local Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hakura Badas Gam | 9,088 | 5.5% | 1,150 | 7.9 | 621.20 | 1,463 | Anantnag | 10 |
| 2 | Bata Gund | 8,400 | 5% | 1,044 | 8 | 787.90 | 1,066.1 | Verinag | 5 |
| 3 | Now Gam Shah Abad | 5,751 | 3.5% | 734 | 7.8 | 397 | 1,448.6 | Verinag | 3 |
| 4 | Panzat Wan Pora | 5,687 | 3.4% | 761 | 7.5 | 595.30 | 955.3 | Qazigund | 3 |
| 5 | Lok Bawan Larki Pora | 5,499 | 3.3% | 745 | 7.4 | 389.70 | 1,411.1 | Dooru | 12 |
| 6 | Sodora | 5,482 | 3.3% | 691 | 7.9 | 336.70 | 1,628.2 | Anantnag | 9 |
| 7 | Yar Khushi Pora | 5,102 | 3.1% | 660 | 7.7 | 557.70 | 914.8 | Anantnag | 22 |
| 8 | Forest Block | 5,102 | 3.1% | 828 | 6.2 | 0 | Verinag | 21 | |
| 9 | Manz Moh | 5,016 | 3% | 762 | 6.6 | 321.30 | 1,561.2 | Qazigund | 10 |
| 10 | Rain Cho Gund | 5,008 | 3% | 785 | 6.4 | 328.20 | 1,525.9 | Verinag | 15 |
Largest Villages by Area
Bata Gund has the largest recorded village area in Dooru Sub-district, at 787.9 hectares. This is 6.8% of the listed local village area. Use area values for broad comparison only; land and revenue work should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | Local Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bata Gund | 787.90 | 6.8% | 8,400 | 1,066.1 | 1,044 | 1.33 | Verinag | 5 |
| 2 | Hakura Badas Gam | 621.20 | 5.3% | 9,088 | 1,463 | 1,150 | 1.85 | Anantnag | 10 |
| 3 | Panzat Wan Pora | 595.30 | 5.1% | 5,687 | 955.3 | 761 | 1.28 | Qazigund | 3 |
| 4 | Yar Khushi Pora | 557.70 | 4.8% | 5,102 | 914.8 | 660 | 1.18 | Anantnag | 22 |
| 5 | Qamar | 428.60 | 3.7% | 4,707 | 1,098.2 | 609 | 1.42 | Verinag | 7 |
| 6 | Now Gam Shah Abad | 397 | 3.4% | 5,751 | 1,448.6 | 734 | 1.85 | Verinag | 3 |
| 7 | Lok Bawan Larki Pora | 389.70 | 3.4% | 5,499 | 1,411.1 | 745 | 1.91 | Dooru | 12 |
| 8 | Sodora | 336.70 | 2.9% | 5,482 | 1,628.2 | 691 | 2.05 | Anantnag | 9 |
| 9 | Rain Cho Gund | 328.20 | 2.8% | 5,008 | 1,525.9 | 785 | 2.39 | Verinag | 15 |
| 10 | Manz Moh | 321.30 | 2.8% | 5,016 | 1,561.2 | 762 | 2.37 | Qazigund | 10 |
Population Summary
Dooru Sub-district has 166,590 people in 20,948 households across 62 Census 2011 village records.
Average Population / Village2,687
Average Household Size8
Inhabited Village %98%
Population Density / sq km1,433.7
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population166,590
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage links Dooru villages with local names reported in Census 2011 records. The page includes 2 CD blocks and 47 Gram Panchayats. Reported Gram Panchayats include A K Pora, Bata Gund A B C and Bechanag.
CD Blocks Reported2
Gram Panchayats Reported47
Nearest Town Names Reported5
CD blocks reported: Qazigund, Shahabad.
Gram Panchayats reported: A K Pora, Bata Gund A B C, Bechanag, Bragam, Changoo, Checki Wan Gund, Chhohan, Dalwach Gagas Gund, Drien Drobdara, Forest Block, Gawas, Hakura Badas Gam and more.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage for Dooru Sub-district is based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields. Reported signals include primary school in 61 villages (98%), mobile coverage in 49 villages (79%), all-weather road in 60 villages (97%), domestic power supply in 60 villages (97%). These are historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 61 | 61 | 1 | 98.39 |
| Mobile Coverage | 49 | 61 | 13 | 79.03 |
| All-Weather Road | 60 | 61 | 2 | 96.77 |
| PDS Shop | 10 | 61 | 52 | 16.13 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 60 | 61 | 2 | 96.77 |
Median Nearest Town Distance7 km
Villages within 5 km27
Villages over 25 km0
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 27 | 44% |
| 5-10 Km | 18 | 29% |
| 10-25 Km | 17 | 27% |
| Over 25 Km | 0 | 0% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance fields show how Dooru villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 62 villages, with an average of 8.69 km. The farthest listed nearest-town distance is 25.0 km for Hengi Pora. Use these figures for orientation only.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 62 | 8.69 | 25 | Hengi Pora | Verinag |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains the fields available for Dooru Sub-district. The page summarises 26 data fields and 1,597 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
View available data by section
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 6 | 372 | 248 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 186 | 118 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 185 | 183 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 488 | 221 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 122 | 109 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 61 | 10 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 183 | 180 |
Official Reference Links
These external links point to official district, state or land-record portals. Use them to verify current government information, land records, revenue details or administrative updates.
Villages in Dooru Sub-district
The A-Z table below helps you find the correct village inside Dooru Sub-district. Each row brings together the village name, Census code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility signals where those details are listed.
B Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badhar Moona | 003860 | 910 | 97 | 58.70 | Qazigund | Changoo | Dooru | Not Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Bata Gund | 003865 | 8,400 | 1,044 | 787.90 | Shahabad | Bata Gund A B C | Verinag | Available | Not Available | Available | Available | |
| Bona Gund | 003842 | 1,609 | 196 | 132.30 | Shahabad | Mant Pora | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Bragam | 003853 | 2,629 | 302 | 196.30 | Shahabad | Bragam | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Bronthnu | 003829 | 452 | 48 | 88.60 | Shahabad | A K Pora | Anantnag | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
C Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chak Path | 003839 | 1,497 | 222 | 95.90 | Shahabad | Larki Pora B | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Changoo | 003859 | 2,274 | 294 | 122.60 | Qazigund | Changoo | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Checki Wan Gund | 003855 | 3,555 | 377 | 133.60 | Qazigund | Checki Wan Gund | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Chhohan | 003873 | 655 | 84 | 63.90 | Shahabad | Chhohan | Verinag | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
D Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dalwach Gagas Gund | 003845 | 1,761 | 210 | 123.90 | Qazigund | Dalwach Gagas Gund | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Drien Drobdara | 003822 | 2,475 | 275 | 156.20 | Qazigund | Drien Drobdara | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available |
F Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Block | 003877 | 5,102 | 828 | 0 | Shahabad | Forest Block | Verinag | Not Available | 0 | 0 | 0 |
G Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gassi Pora | 003830 | 0 | — | 95.10 | Qazigund | Bechanag | Anantnag | — | — | — | — | |
| Gawas | 003871 | 2,613 | 355 | 158.60 | Shahabad | Gawas | Verinag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Gochan | 003854 | 1,120 | 123 | 31.60 | Qazigund | Shestergam | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Gund Now Roze | 003837 | 1,081 | 118 | 110.90 | Shahabad | Mant Pora | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available |
H Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hakura Badas Gam | 003833 | 9,088 | 1,150 | 621.20 | Shahabad | Hakura Badas Gam | Anantnag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Halsidar | 003870 | 3,722 | 520 | 242 | Shahabad | Halsidar A B | Verinag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Hardu Dehrana | 003835 | 3,099 | 420 | 275.70 | Shahabad | Mant Pora | Ashmuji | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Hari Gam | 003846 | 34 | 4 | 19.80 | Qazigund | Tunjlo | Qazigund | Not Available | Not Available | Available | Available | |
| Hengi Pora | 003876 | 985 | 177 | 113.30 | Shahabad | Hengi Pora | Verinag | Not Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Hillar Shah Abad | 003850 | 2,702 | 289 | 193.10 | Qazigund | Hillar Shah Abad | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Hir Gawas | 003872 | 1,535 | 187 | 118.60 | Shahabad | Hir Gawas | Verinag | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
I Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irote Damjan | 003818 | 2,674 | 271 | 202 | Qazigund | Irote Damjan | Anantnag | Available | Available | Available | Available |
K Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaprin | 003875 | 3,646 | 512 | 189.40 | Shahabad | Kaprin B | Verinag | Available | Not Available | Available | Available | |
| Kewah | 003848 | 2,586 | 337 | 137.60 | Qazigund | Kewah | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Kishgund | 003820 | 449 | 71 | 21.10 | Qazigund | Irote Damjan | Anantnag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Kriri Shah Abad | 003843 | 2,704 | 302 | 163.10 | Shahabad | Bragam | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Kuchey Pora | 003823 | 367 | 36 | 25.20 | Shahabad | Drien Drobdara | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available |
L Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewodra | 003825 | 977 | 118 | 73.70 | Qazigund | Panzat Wan Pora B | Qazigund | Not Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Lok Bawan Larki Pora | 003828 | 5,499 | 745 | 389.70 | Shahabad | Larki Pora A | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available |
M Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mahmoodabad | 003852 | 2,489 | 272 | 101.60 | Shahabad | Mahmoodabad | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Mant Pora | 003836 | 1,483 | 164 | 99.20 | Shahabad | Mant Pora | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Manz Moh | 003856 | 5,016 | 762 | 321.30 | Qazigund | Manz Moh+tanjulu | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Mundah | 003861 | 3,323 | 421 | 236.70 | Qazigund | Mundah | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available |
N Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naid Pora | 003832 | 1,240 | 137 | 82.20 | Shahabad | A K Pora | Anantnag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Now Gam Shah Abad | 003866 | 5,751 | 734 | 397 | Shahabad | Now Gam Shah Abad A B | Verinag | Available | Not Available | Available | Available | |
| Now Pora Shah Abad | 003841 | 3,026 | 334 | 212.10 | Shahabad | Now Pora Shah Abad | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Nusoo Badra Gund | 003821 | 4,667 | 582 | 238 | Qazigund | Nusoo Badra Gund | Anantnag | Available | Available | Available | Available |
O Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omoh | 003864 | 1,718 | 301 | 142.10 | Shahabad | Omoh | Verinag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Oojru | 003857 | 2,467 | 150 | 54.60 | Qazigund | Hillar | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available |
P Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Panzat Wan Pora | 003827 | 5,687 | 761 | 595.30 | Qazigund | Panzat Wan Pora A B | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Polia | 003862 | 1,865 | 226 | 58.70 | Qazigund | Polia | Verinag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Prani Gam | 003858 | 1,263 | 145 | 63.20 | Qazigund | Shestergam | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Q Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qamar | 003869 | 4,707 | 609 | 428.60 | Shahabad | Qamar A B | Verinag | Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
R Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rain Cho Gund | 003867 | 5,008 | 785 | 328.20 | Shahabad | Rain Cho Gund A B | Verinag | Available | Not Available | Available | Available | |
| Raing Mandoo | 003874 | 1,109 | 143 | 76.90 | Shahabad | Chhohan | Verinag | Not Available | Not Available | Available | Available |
S Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sadi Wara | 003863 | 3,899 | 460 | 242.80 | Qazigund | Sadi Wara A B | Verinag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Shangran Devsar | 003819 | 3,476 | 429 | 213.30 | Qazigund | Shangran Devsar | Anantnag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Shangrin | 003838 | 1,751 | 200 | 92.70 | Shahabad | Now Pora Shah Abad | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Shanker Pora | 003840 | 2,486 | 295 | 283.30 | Shahabad | Shanker Pora | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Shaster Gam | 003851 | 730 | 86 | 200.30 | Qazigund | Shaster Gam | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Sodora | 003817 | 5,482 | 691 | 336.70 | Qazigund | Sodora | Anantnag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Sransoo Sham Pora | 003826 | 1,257 | 137 | 119 | Qazigund | Sransoo Sham Pora | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available |
T Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tareh Gam | 003844 | 655 | 70 | 113.70 | Qazigund | Dalwach Gagas Gund | Dooru | Not Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Thaman Kote | 003868 | 2,561 | 332 | 269.90 | Shahabad | Thaman Kote | Verinag | Available | Not Available | Available | Available | |
| Tunjlu | 003849 | 2,705 | 321 | 125.90 | Qazigund | Tunjlu | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available |
V Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vesu | 003816 | 3,772 | 410 | 253.80 | Qazigund | Vesu | Anantnag | Available | Available | Available | Available |
W Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wan Pora Choimulla | 003847 | 1,414 | 151 | 49.80 | Qazigund | Kewah | Qazigund | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Y Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yar Khushi Pora | 003824 | 5,102 | 660 | 557.70 | Qazigund | Yar Khushi Pora A B | Anantnag | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| Yar Kochi (Arakhashi Pora) | 003831 | 2,538 | 272 | 88.60 | Qazigund | A K Pora | Anantnag | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Z Villages
| Village | Village Code | Population | Households | Area (ha) | CD Block | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town | ATM Access | Primary School | Mobile | Road | Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zal Dora | 003834 | 1,743 | 196 | 94.70 | Shahabad | Mant Pora | Dooru | Available | Available | Available | Available |
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
- Use India Post for current address confirmation
- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the most populated village in Dooru Sub-district?
Hakura Badas Gam is the most populated village listed for Dooru Sub-district, with 9,088 people and 1,150 households.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Dooru Sub-district?
Bata Gund has the largest recorded village area in Dooru Sub-district, at 787.9 hectares.
How many Gram Panchayats are reported for Dooru Sub-district?
The administrative summary reports 47 Gram Panchayats for Dooru Sub-district. Reported names include A K Pora, Bata Gund A B C and Bechanag.
What village facilities are reported in Dooru Sub-district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-count signals include primary school in 61 villages, all-weather road in 60 villages, domestic power supply in 60 villages. These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What can I find in the Dooru Sub-district village table?
The table lists villages with Census village code, population, households, area, nearest town and key facility details where available.
Is Dooru also a sub-district in Census data?
Yes. In Census data this administrative level is recorded as a sub-district, while local wording may use terms such as tehsil, taluka, taluk, mandal, block or tahasil depending on the state.