Sun Mulla - Villgam, Kupwara
Sun Mulla is a village situated in the Villgam tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 16 km from Handwaraq and around 17 km from Kupwara. Sunmulla serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Sun Mulla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sun Mulla is 000150. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.6 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sun Mulla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sun Mulla
According to the 2011 Census, Sun Mulla village had a total population of 1,129 people, including 596 males and 533 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 894 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.56%, with male literacy at 61.45% and female literacy at 42.57%.
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 | 1,129 | 596 | 533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 142 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 451 | 279 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 317 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Sun Mulla
Sun Mulla 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 Sun Mulla
Sun Mulla 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 | 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 Sun Mulla is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Sun Mulla is about 17 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 Sun Mulla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sun Mulla 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sun Mulla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sun Mulla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sun Mulla
Where is Sun Mulla located?
Sun Mulla village is located in Villgam Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Sun Mulla?
The Halqa Panchayat of Sun Mulla is Sunmulla.
What is the pincode of Sun Mulla?
The pincode of Sun Mulla is 193224.
What is the population of Sun Mulla?
Sun Mulla had a total population of 1,129, including 596 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Sun Mulla?
Sun Mulla had 175 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sun Mulla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sun Mulla was 52.56%. Male literacy was 61.45% and female literacy was 42.57%.