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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Hilalabad village has a total population of 4,723 people, consisting of 2,416 males and 2,307 females. The village has 729 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 641 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,353 literate and 2,370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hilalabad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,723 | 2,416 | 2,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 641 | 320 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| 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 gram panchayat of Hilalabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Hilalabad is Nesbal.
What is the pincode of Hilalabad?
The pincode of Hilalabad is 193501.
What is the population of Hilalabad?
Hilalabad has a total population of 4,723, including 2,416 males and 2,307 females.
How many households are there in Hilalabad?
There are 729 households in Hilalabad.
What is the literacy rate in Hilalabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hilalabad is 49.82%. Male literacy is 58.61% and female literacy is 40.62%.