Ugar Gund - Pulwama
Ugar Gund is a village situated in the Pulwama tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Pulwama, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Newa serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Ugar Gund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ugar Gund is 003156. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 192301 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Ugar Gund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pulwama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ugar Gund
According to the 2011 Census, Ugar Gund village had a total population of 508 people, including 265 males and 243 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.92%, with male literacy at 70.11% and female literacy at 42.86%.
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 | 508 | 265 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 91 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 122 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 305 | 143 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Ugar Gund
Ugar Gund 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 Ugar Gund
Ugar Gund is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Ugar Gund.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulwama to Ugar Gund is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ugar Gund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ugar Gund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ugar Gund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ugar Gund 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ugar Gund
Where is Ugar Gund located?
Ugar Gund village is located in Pulwama Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Ugar Gund?
The Halqa Panchayat of Ugar Gund is Newa.
What is the pincode of Ugar Gund?
The pincode of Ugar Gund is 192301.
What is the population of Ugar Gund?
Ugar Gund had a total population of 508, including 265 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Ugar Gund?
Ugar Gund had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ugar Gund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ugar Gund was 55.92%. Male literacy was 70.11% and female literacy was 42.86%.