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
As per Census 2011, Gingal village has a total population of 3,376 people, consisting of 1,750 males and 1,626 females. The village has 628 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 582 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,170 literate and 1,206 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gingal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,376 | 1,750 | 1,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 582 | 304 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | - | 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 has a total population of 3,376, including 1,750 males and 1,626 females.
How many households are there in Gingal?
There are 628 households in Gingal.
What is the literacy rate in Gingal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gingal is 64.28%. Male literacy is 73.77% and female literacy is 54.06%.