Ujroo - Dooru, Anantnag
Ujroo is a village situated in the Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dooru and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Hiller serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ujroo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujroo is 003857. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.6 hectares and falls under the 192211 pincode. Qazigund is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ujroo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ujroo
According to the 2011 Census, Ujroo village had a total population of 2,467 people, including 1,873 males and 594 females, living in 150 households. The sex ratio was 317 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.79%, with male literacy at 94.34% and female literacy at 68.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,088, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,467 | 1,873 | 594 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 143 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,088 | 1,084 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 41 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,956 | 1,632 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 511 | 241 | 270 |
Nearby Villages of Ujroo
Ujroo is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Ujroo
Ujroo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Ujroo has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Qazigund to Ujroo is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Ujroo is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ujroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujroo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ujroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujroo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ujroo
Where is Ujroo located?
Ujroo village is located in Dooru Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ujroo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ujroo is Hiller.
What is the pincode of Ujroo?
The pincode of Ujroo is 192211.
What is the population of Ujroo?
Ujroo had a total population of 2,467, including 1,873 males and 594 females.
How many households are there in Ujroo?
Ujroo had 150 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ujroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujroo was 88.79%. Male literacy was 94.34% and female literacy was 68.50%.