Udhak - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Udhak is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Rang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Udhak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Udhak is 005102. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.2 hectares and falls under the 182122 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Udhak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Udhak
As per Census 2011, Udhak village has a total population of 468 people, consisting of 244 males and 224 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 304 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Udhak are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 468 | 244 | 224 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 304 | 152 | 152 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 149 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 95 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Udhak
Udhak 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 Udhak
Udhak 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 5-10 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 Udhak is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Udhak is about 58 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 Udhak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Udhak 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 Udhak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Udhak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Udhak
Where is Udhak located?
Udhak village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Udhak?
The Gram Panchayat of Udhak is Rang.
What is the pincode of Udhak?
The pincode of Udhak is 182122.
What is the population of Udhak?
Udhak has a total population of 468, including 244 males and 224 females.
How many households are there in Udhak?
There are 90 households in Udhak.
What is the literacy rate in Udhak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Udhak is 51.92%. Male literacy is 61.07% and female literacy is 41.96%.