Fazal Abad
Fazal Abad is a village located in Surankote tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Surankote (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Fazalabad Upper is the gram panchayat of Fazal Abad village.
Here you can discover what makes Fazal Abad unique in its vibrant Surankote-Punch region. You’ll see Fazal Abad’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 Fazal Abad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Fazal Abad is 001251. The village spans a total geographical area of 1173 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185121. Surankote is nearest town to Fazal Abad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Fazal Abad
According to the 2011 Census, Fazal Abad has a total population of about 8,044, with approximately 4,159 males and 3,885 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,466 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 993. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.08%, with male literacy at about 64.73% and female literacy near 40.62%. There are around 1,491 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Fazal Abad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,044 | 4,159 | 3,885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,466 | 788 | 678 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 993 | 523 | 470 |
| Literate Population | 4,270 | 2,692 | 1,578 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,774 | 1,467 | 2,307 |
Connectivity of Fazal Abad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Fazal Abad. As per the 2011 stats, Fazal Abad 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 Fazal Abad
Knowing the nearby villages of Fazal Abad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Fazal Abad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Fazal Abad
- Where is Fazal Abad located?
- Fazal Abad village is situated in Surankote Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Fazal Abad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Fazal Abad is Fazalabad Upper (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Fazal Abad?
- The pincode of Fazal Abad is 185121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Fazal Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Fazal Abad is 8,044, with 4,159 males and 3,885 females.
- How many households are there in Fazal Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Fazal Abad village has a total of 1,491 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Fazal Abad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Fazal Abad is 53.08%. The male literacy rate is 64.73%, while the female literacy rate is 40.62%.