Sangla
Sangla is a village located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Surankote (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Sangla Upper is the gram panchayat of Sangla village.
Here you can discover what makes Sangla unique in its vibrant Surankote-Punch region. You’ll see Sangla’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 Sangla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sangla is 001249. The village spans a total geographical area of 1016 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185121. Surankote is nearest town to Sangla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sangla
Population of Sangla
According to the 2011 Census, Sangla has a total population of about 5,159, with approximately 2,648 males and 2,511 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,079. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.26%, with male literacy at about 58.01% and female literacy near 35.92%. There are around 974 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sangla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,159 | 2,648 | 2,511 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,129 | 590 | 539 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,079 | 1,092 | 987 |
| Literate Population | 2,438 | 1,536 | 902 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,721 | 1,112 | 1,609 |
Connectivity of Sangla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sangla. As per the 2011 stats, Sangla 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 Sangla
Knowing the nearby villages of Sangla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sangla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sangla
- Where is Sangla located?
- Sangla village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sangla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sangla is Sangla Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sangla?
- The pincode of Sangla is 185121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sangla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sangla is 5,159, with 2,648 males and 2,511 females.
- How many households are there in Sangla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sangla village has a total of 974 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sangla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sangla is 47.26%. The male literacy rate is 58.01%, while the female literacy rate is 35.92%.