Utingroo - Qaziabad (Kralgund), Kupwara
Utingroo is a village situated in the Qaziabad (Kralgund) tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Handwara and around 40 km from Kupwara. Harwath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Utingroo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Utingroo is 000283. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.4 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Utingroo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Utingroo
According to the 2011 Census, Utingroo village had a total population of 351 people, including 183 males and 168 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.12%, with male literacy at 72.03% and female literacy at 54.62%.
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 | 351 | 183 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 40 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 103 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 80 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Utingroo
Utingroo 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 Utingroo
Utingroo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Handwara to Utingroo is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Utingroo is about 40 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 Utingroo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Utingroo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Utingroo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Utingroo 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 Utingroo
Where is Utingroo located?
Utingroo village is located in Qaziabad (Kralgund) Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Utingroo?
The Gram Panchayat of Utingroo is Harwath.
What is the pincode of Utingroo?
The pincode of Utingroo is 193302.
What is the population of Utingroo?
Utingroo had a total population of 351, including 183 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Utingroo?
Utingroo had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Utingroo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Utingroo was 64.12%. Male literacy was 72.03% and female literacy was 54.62%.