Sumbal Bala
Sumbal Bala is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Sumbal is the gram panchayat of Sumbal Bala village.
Here you can discover what makes Sumbal Bala unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Sumbal Bala’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sumbal Bala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sumbal Bala is 002917. The village spans a total geographical area of 183.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191202. Ganderbal is nearest town to Sumbal Bala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Sumbal Bala
Population of Sumbal Bala
According to the 2011 Census, Sumbal Bala has a total population of about 2,415, with approximately 1,232 males and 1,183 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 483 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,794. The overall literacy rate is approximately 41.45%, with male literacy at about 48.30% and female literacy near 34.32%. There are around 356 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sumbal Bala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,415 | 1,232 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 290 | 193 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,794 | 915 | 879 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 595 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,414 | 637 | 777 |
Connectivity of Sumbal Bala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sumbal Bala. As per the 2011 stats, Sumbal Bala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sumbal Bala
Knowing the nearby villages of Sumbal Bala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sumbal Bala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sumbal Bala
- Where is Sumbal Bala located?
- Sumbal Bala village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sumbal Bala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sumbal Bala is Sumbal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sumbal Bala?
- The pincode of Sumbal Bala is 191202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sumbal Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sumbal Bala is 2,415, with 1,232 males and 1,183 females.
- How many households are there in Sumbal Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sumbal Bala village has a total of 356 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sumbal Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sumbal Bala is 41.45%. The male literacy rate is 48.30%, while the female literacy rate is 34.32%.