Kunel
Kunel is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Kenyal is the gram panchayat of Kunel village.
Here you can discover what makes Kunel unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Kunel’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 Kunel
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunel is 000298. The village spans a total geographical area of 86.6 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Kunel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kunel
Population of Kunel
According to the 2011 Census, Kunel has a total population of about 651, with approximately 338 males and 313 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 106 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.90%, with male literacy at about 77.81% and female literacy near 57.19%. There are around 112 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 651 | 338 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 50 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 442 | 263 | 179 |
| Illiterate Population | 209 | 75 | 134 |
Connectivity of Kunel
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunel. As per the 2011 stats, Kunel 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 Kunel
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunel.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunel
- Where is Kunel located?
- Kunel village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunel?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kunel is Kenyal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kunel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunel is 651, with 338 males and 313 females.
- How many households are there in Kunel as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunel village has a total of 112 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunel as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunel is 67.90%. The male literacy rate is 77.81%, while the female literacy rate is 57.19%.