Nagulta - Chenani, Udhampur
Nagulta is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Nagulta-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nagulta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nagulta is 005003. The village covers a total geographical area of 1362.6 hectares and falls under the 182141 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Nagulta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nagulta
According to the 2011 Census, Nagulta village had a total population of 3,384 people, including 1,768 males and 1,616 females, living in 608 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.45%, with male literacy at 63.11% and female literacy at 36.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 871, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 983.
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 | 3,384 | 1,768 | 1,616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 625 | 334 | 291 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 871 | 450 | 421 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 983 | 500 | 483 |
| Literate Population | 1,392 | 905 | 487 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,992 | 863 | 1,129 |
Nearby Villages of Nagulta
Nagulta 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 Nagulta
Nagulta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chenani to Nagulta is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Nagulta is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nagulta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nagulta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Nagulta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nagulta 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nagulta
Where is Nagulta located?
Nagulta village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nagulta?
The Gram Panchayat of Nagulta is Nagulta-a.
What is the pincode of Nagulta?
The pincode of Nagulta is 182141.
What is the population of Nagulta?
Nagulta had a total population of 3,384, including 1,768 males and 1,616 females.
How many households are there in Nagulta?
Nagulta had 608 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nagulta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nagulta was 50.45%. Male literacy was 63.11% and female literacy was 36.75%.