Sungal - Akhnoor, Jammu
Sungal is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Sungal Lower A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sungal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sungal is 005477. The village covers a total geographical area of 2369.1 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Sungal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sungal
According to the 2011 Census, Sungal village had a total population of 8,090 people, including 4,198 males and 3,892 females, living in 1,633 households. The sex ratio was 927 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.15%, with male literacy at 81.50% and female literacy at 64.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,522, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 8,090 | 4,198 | 3,892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,000 | 570 | 430 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,522 | 783 | 739 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 161 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 5,186 | 2,957 | 2,229 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,904 | 1,241 | 1,663 |
Nearby Villages of Sungal
Sungal 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 Sungal
Sungal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Akhnoor to Sungal is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Sungal is about 34 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 Sungal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sungal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sungal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sungal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sungal
Where is Sungal located?
Sungal village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sungal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sungal is Sungal Lower A.
What is the pincode of Sungal?
The pincode of Sungal is 181201.
What is the population of Sungal?
Sungal had a total population of 8,090, including 4,198 males and 3,892 females.
How many households are there in Sungal?
Sungal had 1,633 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sungal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sungal was 73.15%. Male literacy was 81.50% and female literacy was 64.38%.