Shat Gund Bala
Shat Gund Bala 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 45km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Shartgund Bala is the gram panchayat of Shat Gund Bala village.
Here you can discover what makes Shat Gund Bala unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Shat Gund Bala’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 Shat Gund Bala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shat Gund Bala is 000206. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193302. Handwara is nearest town to Shat Gund Bala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Shat Gund Bala
Population of Shat Gund Bala
According to the 2011 Census, Shat Gund Bala has a total population of about 859, with approximately 437 males and 422 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 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 56.46%, with male literacy at about 65.68% and female literacy near 46.92%. There are around 126 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shat Gund Bala's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 859 | 437 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 485 | 287 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 150 | 224 |
Connectivity of Shat Gund Bala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shat Gund Bala. As per the 2011 stats, Shat Gund Bala had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Shat Gund Bala
Knowing the nearby villages of Shat Gund Bala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shat Gund Bala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Shat Gund Bala
- Where is Shat Gund Bala located?
- Shat Gund Bala village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Shat Gund Bala?
- The Gram Panchayat of Shat Gund Bala is Shartgund Bala (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Shat Gund Bala?
- The pincode of Shat Gund Bala is 193302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Shat Gund Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shat Gund Bala is 859, with 437 males and 422 females.
- How many households are there in Shat Gund Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Shat Gund Bala village has a total of 126 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Shat Gund Bala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shat Gund Bala is 56.46%. The male literacy rate is 65.68%, while the female literacy rate is 46.92%.