Hilalabad - Sonawari, Bandipora
Hilalabad is a village situated in the Sonawari tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from Sonawari and around 30 km from Bandipora. Nesbal serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Hilalabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hilalabad is 002797. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.1 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Sumbal is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Hilalabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bandipora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hilalabad
According to the 2011 Census, Hilalabad village had a total population of 4,723 people, including 2,416 males and 2,307 females, living in 729 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.64%, with male literacy at 67.56% and female literacy at 47.18%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,723 | 2,416 | 2,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 641 | 320 | 321 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,353 | 1,416 | 937 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,370 | 1,000 | 1,370 |
Nearby Villages of Hilalabad
Hilalabad 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 Hilalabad
Hilalabad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sumbal to Hilalabad is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bandipora to Hilalabad is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hilalabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hilalabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Hilalabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hilalabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Hilalabad
Where is Hilalabad located?
Hilalabad village is located in Sonawari Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Hilalabad?
The Halqa Panchayat of Hilalabad is Nesbal.
What is the pincode of Hilalabad?
The pincode of Hilalabad is 193501.
What is the population of Hilalabad?
Hilalabad had a total population of 4,723, including 2,416 males and 2,307 females.
How many households are there in Hilalabad?
Hilalabad had 729 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hilalabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hilalabad was 57.64%. Male literacy was 67.56% and female literacy was 47.18%.