Sughlar - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Sughlar is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Sulghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sughlar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sughlar is 005028. The village covers a total geographical area of 864.8 hectares and falls under the 182124 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sughlar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sughlar
As per Census 2011, Sughlar village has a total population of 2,465 people, consisting of 1,282 males and 1,183 females. The village has 399 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 393 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,367 literate and 1,098 illiterate residents. Additionally, 309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 58 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sughlar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,465 | 1,282 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 393 | 210 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 156 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 32 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,367 | 830 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,098 | 452 | 646 |
Nearby Villages of Sughlar
Sughlar 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 Sughlar
Sughlar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sughlar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sughlar is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sughlar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sughlar 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 Sughlar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sughlar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sughlar
Where is Sughlar located?
Sughlar village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sughlar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sughlar is Sulghar.
What is the pincode of Sughlar?
The pincode of Sughlar is 182124.
What is the population of Sughlar?
Sughlar has a total population of 2,465, including 1,282 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Sughlar?
There are 399 households in Sughlar.
What is the literacy rate in Sughlar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sughlar is 55.46%. Male literacy is 64.74% and female literacy is 45.39%.