Pinger - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Pinger is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Pinger village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pinger is 005111. The village covers a total geographical area of 889.1 hectares and falls under the 182126 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Pinger village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pinger
According to the 2011 Census, Pinger village had a total population of 1,194 people, including 619 males and 575 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.18%, with male literacy at 74.32% and female literacy at 49.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 297, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 129.
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 | 1,194 | 619 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 192 | 101 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 136 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 73 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 623 | 385 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 571 | 234 | 337 |
Nearby Villages of Pinger
Pinger 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 Pinger
Public transport in the Pinger is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Udhampur to Pinger is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pinger
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pinger 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pinger
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pinger village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pinger
Where is Pinger located?
Pinger village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pinger?
Pinger is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pinger?
The pincode of Pinger is 182126.
What is the population of Pinger?
Pinger had a total population of 1,194, including 619 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Pinger?
Pinger had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pinger?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pinger was 62.18%. Male literacy was 74.32% and female literacy was 49.17%.