Sumbal Bala - Gund, Ganderbal
Sumbal Bala is a village situated in the Gund tehsil of Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Kangan and around 42 km from Gaderbal. Sumbal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumbal Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumbal Bala is 002917. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.7 hectares and falls under the 191202 pincode. Ganderbal is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Sumbal Bala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sumbal Bala
As per Census 2011, Sumbal Bala village has a total population of 2,415 people, consisting of 1,232 males and 1,183 females. The village has 356 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 483 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,001 literate and 1,414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,794 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sumbal Bala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,415 | 1,232 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 483 | 290 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,794 | 915 | 879 |
| Literate Population | 1,001 | 595 | 406 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,414 | 637 | 777 |
Nearby Villages of Sumbal Bala
Sumbal Bala 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 Sumbal Bala
Sumbal Bala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anantnag, while the nearest airport is Sheikh Ul Alam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 km.
| 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 Ganderbal to Sumbal Bala is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaderbal to Sumbal Bala is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumbal Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumbal Bala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sumbal Bala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumbal Bala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sumbal Bala
Where is Sumbal Bala located?
Sumbal Bala village is located in Gund Tehsil, Ganderbal district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumbal Bala?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumbal Bala is Sumbal.
What is the pincode of Sumbal Bala?
The pincode of Sumbal Bala is 191202.
What is the population of Sumbal Bala?
Sumbal Bala has a total population of 2,415, including 1,232 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Sumbal Bala?
There are 356 households in Sumbal Bala.
What is the literacy rate in Sumbal Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumbal Bala is 41.45%. Male literacy is 48.30% and female literacy is 34.32%.