Shartgund Payeen - Langate, Kupwara
Shartgund Payeen is a village situated in the Langate tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 7 km from Handwara and around 23 km from Kupwara. Batagund serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Shartgund Payeen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shartgund Payeen is 000211. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.4 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Shartgund Payeen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shartgund Payeen
According to the 2011 Census, Shartgund Payeen village had a total population of 702 people, including 352 males and 350 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.72%, with male literacy at 78.71% and female literacy at 53.95%.
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 | 702 | 352 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 42 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 244 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 108 | 193 |
Transport and Connectivity of Shartgund Payeen
Shartgund Payeen 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 Handwara to Shartgund Payeen is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Shartgund Payeen is about 23 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 Shartgund Payeen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shartgund Payeen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shartgund Payeen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shartgund Payeen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shartgund Payeen
Where is Shartgund Payeen located?
Shartgund Payeen village is located in Langate Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Shartgund Payeen?
The Halqa Panchayat of Shartgund Payeen is Batagund.
What is the pincode of Shartgund Payeen?
The pincode of Shartgund Payeen is 193302.
What is the population of Shartgund Payeen?
Shartgund Payeen had a total population of 702, including 352 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Shartgund Payeen?
Shartgund Payeen had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shartgund Payeen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shartgund Payeen was 66.72%. Male literacy was 78.71% and female literacy was 53.95%.