Sangpur - Nowshera, Rajouri
Sangpur is a village situated in the Nowshera tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Nowshera and around 25 km from Rajouri. Dogani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangpur is 001575. The village covers a total geographical area of 719.5 hectares and falls under the 185151 pincode. Nowshera is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sangpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sangpur
As per Census 2011, Sangpur village has a total population of 1,836 people, consisting of 948 males and 888 females. The village has 390 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 349 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,022 literate and 814 illiterate residents. Additionally, 402 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 859 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,836 | 948 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 185 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 202 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 859 | 442 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 1,022 | 577 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 814 | 371 | 443 |
Nearby Villages of Sangpur
Sangpur 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 Sangpur
Sangpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nowshera to Sangpur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Sangpur is about 25 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 Sangpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sangpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sangpur
Where is Sangpur located?
Sangpur village is located in Nowshera Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangpur is Dogani.
What is the pincode of Sangpur?
The pincode of Sangpur is 185151.
What is the population of Sangpur?
Sangpur has a total population of 1,836, including 948 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Sangpur?
There are 390 households in Sangpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sangpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangpur is 55.66%. Male literacy is 60.86% and female literacy is 50.11%.