Pingru
Pingru is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Pringroo is the gram panchayat of Pingru village.
Here you can discover what makes Pingru unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Pingru’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 Pingru
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pingru is 000286. The village spans a total geographical area of 74.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Pingru village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Pingru
Population of Pingru
According to the 2011 Census, Pingru has a total population of about 1,155, with approximately 568 males and 587 females. The sex ratio is around 1033 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 194 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 46.58%, with male literacy at about 58.63% and female literacy near 34.92%. There are around 176 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pingru's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,155 | 568 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 101 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 538 | 333 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 617 | 235 | 382 |
Connectivity of Pingru
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pingru. As per the 2011 stats, Pingru had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pingru
Knowing the nearby villages of Pingru helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pingru.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pingru
- Where is Pingru located?
- Pingru village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pingru?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pingru is Pringroo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pingru?
- The pincode of Pingru is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pingru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pingru is 1,155, with 568 males and 587 females.
- How many households are there in Pingru as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pingru village has a total of 176 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pingru as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pingru is 46.58%. The male literacy rate is 58.63%, while the female literacy rate is 34.92%.