Glura
Glura is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Galoora is the gram panchayat of Glura village.
Here you can discover what makes Glura unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Glura’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Glura
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Glura is 000180. The village spans a total geographical area of 136 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Glura village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Glura
Population of Glura
According to the 2011 Census, Glura has a total population of about 1,907, with approximately 967 males and 940 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 326 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.65%, with male literacy at about 63.70% and female literacy near 41.28%. There are around 291 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Glura's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,907 | 967 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 167 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,004 | 616 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 903 | 351 | 552 |
Connectivity of Glura
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Glura. As per the 2011 stats, Glura had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Glura
Knowing the nearby villages of Glura helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Glura.
Frequently Asked Questions about Glura
- Where is Glura located?
- Glura village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Glura?
- The Gram Panchayat of Glura is Galoora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Glura?
- The pincode of Glura is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Glura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Glura is 1,907, with 967 males and 940 females.
- How many households are there in Glura as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Glura village has a total of 291 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Glura as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Glura is 52.65%. The male literacy rate is 63.70%, while the female literacy rate is 41.28%.