Hunru - Dongiwacha, Baramulla
Hunru is a village situated in the Dongiwacha tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Rafaibad and around 30 km from Baramulla. Pukwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hunru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hunru is 002268. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.6 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Hunru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hunru
According to the 2011 Census, Hunru village had a total population of 605 people, including 296 males and 309 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.08%, with male literacy at 63.40% and female literacy at 42.96%.
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 | 605 | 296 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 31 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 168 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 128 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Hunru
Hunru 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 Hunru
Hunru is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Watergam to Hunru is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Hunru is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hunru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hunru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hunru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hunru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hunru
Where is Hunru located?
Hunru village is located in Dongiwacha Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hunru?
The Gram Panchayat of Hunru is Pukwara.
What is the pincode of Hunru?
The pincode of Hunru is 193303.
What is the population of Hunru?
Hunru had a total population of 605, including 296 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Hunru?
Hunru had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hunru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hunru was 53.08%. Male literacy was 63.40% and female literacy was 42.96%.