Srunga - Kahara, Doda
Srunga is a village situated in the Kahara tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from Thathri and around 48 km from Doda. Joura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srunga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srunga is 004318. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Srunga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Srunga
According to the 2011 Census, Srunga village had a total population of 502 people, including 261 males and 241 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.88%, with male literacy at 61.86% and female literacy at 36.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 203, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 502 | 261 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 46 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 111 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 38 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 133 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 128 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Srunga
Srunga 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 Srunga
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Srunga.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thathri to Srunga is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Srunga is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srunga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Srunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srunga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Srunga
Where is Srunga located?
Srunga village is located in Kahara Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srunga?
The Gram Panchayat of Srunga is Joura.
What is the pincode of Srunga?
The pincode of Srunga is 182203.
What is the population of Srunga?
Srunga had a total population of 502, including 261 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Srunga?
Srunga had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srunga was 49.88%. Male literacy was 61.86% and female literacy was 36.17%.