Ujroo - Langate, Kupwara
Ujroo is a village situated in the Langate tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Handwara and around 20 km from Kupwara. Unisoo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ujroo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ujroo is 000192. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.1 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ujroo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ujroo
According to the 2011 Census, Ujroo village had a total population of 754 people, including 384 males and 370 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 964 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.08%, with male literacy at 87.84% and female literacy at 66.04%.
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 | 754 | 384 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 55 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 501 | 289 | 212 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 95 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Ujroo
Ujroo 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 Ujroo
Ujroo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Handwara to Ujroo is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Ujroo 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 Ujroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ujroo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ujroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ujroo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Ujroo
Where is Ujroo located?
Ujroo village is located in Langate Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ujroo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ujroo is Unisoo.
What is the pincode of Ujroo?
The pincode of Ujroo is 193302.
What is the population of Ujroo?
Ujroo had a total population of 754, including 384 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Ujroo?
Ujroo had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ujroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ujroo was 77.08%. Male literacy was 87.84% and female literacy was 66.04%.