Suddergund - Langate, Kupwara
Suddergund is a village situated in the Langate tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Handwara and around 21 km from Kupwara. Hangah serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Suddergund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suddergund is 000212. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.2 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Suddergund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Suddergund
According to the 2011 Census, Suddergund village had a total population of 838 people, including 419 males and 419 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.64%, with male literacy at 65.74% and female literacy at 38.89%.
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 | 838 | 419 | 419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 60 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 236 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 469 | 183 | 286 |
Transport and Connectivity of Suddergund
Suddergund 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 >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 Handwara to Suddergund is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Suddergund is about 21 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 Suddergund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suddergund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Suddergund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suddergund 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 Suddergund
Where is Suddergund located?
Suddergund village is located in Langate Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Suddergund?
The Halqa Panchayat of Suddergund is Hangah.
What is the pincode of Suddergund?
The pincode of Suddergund is 193302.
What is the population of Suddergund?
Suddergund had a total population of 838, including 419 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Suddergund?
Suddergund had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Suddergund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suddergund was 52.64%. Male literacy was 65.74% and female literacy was 38.89%.