Koragbal - Gurez, Bandipora
Koragbal is a village situated in the Gurez tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Gurez and around 85 km from Bandipora. Kanzalwan serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Koragbal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koragbal is 002702. The village covers a total geographical area of 76.1 hectares and falls under the 193503 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Koragbal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gurez Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Koragbal
According to the 2011 Census, Koragbal village had a total population of 146 people, including 77 males and 69 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.34%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 57.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 71.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 146 | 77 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 52 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 25 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Koragbal
Koragbal is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Koragbal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Koragbal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bandipora to Koragbal is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koragbal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koragbal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Koragbal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koragbal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Koragbal
Where is Koragbal located?
Koragbal village is located in Gurez Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Koragbal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Koragbal is Kanzalwan.
What is the pincode of Koragbal?
The pincode of Koragbal is 193503.
What is the population of Koragbal?
Koragbal had a total population of 146, including 77 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Koragbal?
Koragbal had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koragbal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koragbal was 70.34%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 57.41%.