Sundla - Majalta, Udhampur
Sundla is a village situated in the Majalta tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Majalta and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Sundla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sundla is 005155. The village covers a total geographical area of 537 hectares and falls under the 184205 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sundla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sundla
As per Census 2011, Sundla village has a total population of 1,765 people, consisting of 937 males and 828 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,005 literate and 760 illiterate residents. Additionally, 593 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 219 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sundla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,765 | 937 | 828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 146 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 593 | 313 | 280 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 116 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 595 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 760 | 342 | 418 |
Nearby Villages of Sundla
Sundla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Makwal | South | 3.86 km |
| Deot | West | 5.53 km |
| Ramkot | South-West | 6.00 km |
| Galak | South | 7.24 km |
| Baland | North-West | 7.37 km |
| Sunal | West | 8.01 km |
| Sehal | West | 8.01 km |
| Neeli | West | 9.12 km |
| Dheeran | North | 9.20 km |
| Rang | North-West | 10.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sundla
Public transport in the Sundla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Manwal, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Sundla is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Sundla is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sundla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sundla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sundla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sundla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sundla
Where is Sundla located?
Sundla village is located in Majalta Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sundla?
Sundla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sundla?
The pincode of Sundla is 184205.
What is the population of Sundla?
Sundla has a total population of 1,765, including 937 males and 828 females.
How many households are there in Sundla?
There are 343 households in Sundla.
What is the literacy rate in Sundla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sundla is 56.94%. Male literacy is 63.50% and female literacy is 49.52%.