Gingal - Uri, Baramulla
Gingal is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Uri and around 20 km from Baramulla. Gingle A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gingal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gingal is 002551. The village covers a total geographical area of 440.7 hectares and falls under the 193122 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gingal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gingal
According to the 2011 Census, Gingal village had a total population of 3,376 people, including 1,750 males and 1,626 females, living in 628 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.67%, with male literacy at 89.28% and female literacy at 65.21%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 3,376 | 1,750 | 1,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 582 | 304 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,170 | 1,291 | 879 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,206 | 459 | 747 |
Nearby Villages of Gingal
Gingal 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 Gingal
Gingal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uri to Gingal is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Gingal is about 20 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 Gingal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gingal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gingal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gingal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gingal
Where is Gingal located?
Gingal village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gingal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gingal is Gingle A.
What is the pincode of Gingal?
The pincode of Gingal is 193122.
What is the population of Gingal?
Gingal had a total population of 3,376, including 1,750 males and 1,626 females.
How many households are there in Gingal?
Gingal had 628 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gingal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gingal was 77.67%. Male literacy was 89.28% and female literacy was 65.21%.