Margi Bal - D H Pora, Kulgam
Margi Bal is a village situated in the D H Pora tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Damhal Hanjipora and around 28 km from Kulgam. Yarkah-c serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Margi Bal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Margi Bal is 004105. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.7 hectares and falls under the 192233 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Margi Bal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Noorabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Margi Bal
According to the 2011 Census, Margi Bal village had a total population of 538 people, including 279 males and 259 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.10%, with male literacy at 46.61% and female literacy at 28.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 224.
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 | 538 | 279 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 117 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 160 | 103 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 378 | 176 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Margi Bal
Margi Bal 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 Margi Bal
Margi Bal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kulgam to Margi Bal is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Margi Bal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Margi Bal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Margi Bal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Margi Bal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Margi Bal
Where is Margi Bal located?
Margi Bal village is located in D H Pora Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Margi Bal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Margi Bal is Yarkah-c.
What is the pincode of Margi Bal?
The pincode of Margi Bal is 192233.
What is the population of Margi Bal?
Margi Bal had a total population of 538, including 279 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Margi Bal?
Margi Bal had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Margi Bal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Margi Bal was 38.10%. Male literacy was 46.61% and female literacy was 28.64%.