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.
Here you can discover what makes Menkal unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Menkal’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 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.
Google Map of Menkal
Population of Menkal
According to the 2011 Census, Menkal has a total population of about 452, with approximately 232 males and 220 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 122 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 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.71%, with male literacy at about 51.29% and female literacy near 29.55%. There are around 63 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Menkal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.