Moona Bal
Moona Bal 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 42km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Monabal is the gram panchayat of Moona Bal village.
Here you can discover what makes Moona Bal unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Moona Bal’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 Moona Bal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Moona Bal is 000269. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.4 hectares. Handwara is nearest town to Moona Bal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Moona Bal
Population of Moona Bal
According to the 2011 Census, Moona Bal has a total population of about 704, with approximately 386 males and 318 females. The sex ratio is around 823 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 131 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 596. The overall literacy rate is approximately 13.64%, with male literacy at about 20.21% and female literacy near 5.66%. There are around 90 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Moona Bal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 704 | 386 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 596 | 326 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 78 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 308 | 300 |
Connectivity of Moona Bal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Moona Bal. As per the 2011 stats, Moona Bal 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Moona Bal
Knowing the nearby villages of Moona Bal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Moona Bal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Moona Bal
- Where is Moona Bal located?
- Moona Bal village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Moona Bal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Moona Bal is Monabal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Moona Bal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Moona Bal is 704, with 386 males and 318 females.
- How many households are there in Moona Bal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Moona Bal village has a total of 90 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Moona Bal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Moona Bal is 13.64%. The male literacy rate is 20.21%, while the female literacy rate is 5.66%.