Menkal

Menkal is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Zadoora is the gram panchayat of Menkal village.

Menkal 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 Menkal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Menkal is 000262. The village spans a total geographical area of 32.8 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Menkal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.

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Population of Menkal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 452 232 220
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 122 66 56
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 5 3
Literate Population 184 119 65
Illiterate Population 268 113 155

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

  • The total population of Menkal village is around 452, including approximately 232 males and 220 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Menkal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Menkal village has 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Menkal village is about 40.71%, with male literacy at 51.29% and female literacy at 29.55%.
  • There are around 63 households in Menkal village.

Connectivity of Menkal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Menkal. As per the 2011 stats, Menkal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Menkal

Knowing the nearby villages of Menkal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Menkal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Menkal

Where is Menkal located?
Menkal village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Menkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Menkal is Zadoora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Menkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Menkal is 452, with 232 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Menkal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Menkal village has a total of 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Menkal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Menkal is 40.71%. The male literacy rate is 51.29%, while the female literacy rate is 29.55%.