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.

Kunel has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kunel

Below is a concise population overview of Kunel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kunel village:

  • The total population of Kunel village is around 651, including approximately 338 males and 313 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Kunel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Kunel village is about 67.90%, with male literacy at 77.81% and female literacy at 57.19%.
  • There are around 112 households in Kunel village.

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.

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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%.