Udhampur district

Udhampur district is an administrative region in Jammu division that covers mountainous terrain with elevations ranging from 600 to 3,000 meters. The area is crossed by National Highway 44 and served by a railway station that connects it to surrounding regions.

After India's partition in 1947, the Northern Command headquarters moved from Rawalpindi to Udhampur, giving the region significant military importance. This relocation shaped the district's infrastructure and long-term development.

The district maintains a population of 554,985 residents, with Hinduism practiced by 88 percent and Islam by 11 percent of inhabitants.

The region is divided into eight administrative subdivisions that are well connected by road and rail. Visitors should expect mountainous terrain and plan accordingly with suitable vehicles or extra travel time.

The region is home to a 9.28-kilometer tunnel that provides year-round access between Jammu and Srinagar. This engineering feature remains crucial for connecting the two cities during harsh winter conditions.

Location: Jammu division

Capital city: Udhampur

Shares border with: Reasi district

Website: http://udhampur.gov.in

GPS coordinates: 33.00000,75.16667

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:22