Banghall - Devsar, Kulgam
Banghall is a village situated in the Devsar tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devsar and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Kulgam. Baghall G. Basti serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Banghall village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banghall is 004056. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.5 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Banghall village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Devsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Banghall
According to the 2011 Census, Banghall village had a total population of 704 people, including 360 males and 344 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.30%, with male literacy at 71.99% and female literacy at 50.87%.
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 | 704 | 360 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 78 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 203 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 157 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Banghall
Banghall 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 Banghall
Banghall is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Banghall.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kulgam to Banghall is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Banghall is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banghall
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banghall 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 Banghall
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banghall 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Banghall
Where is Banghall located?
Banghall village is located in Devsar Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Banghall?
The Halqa Panchayat of Banghall is Baghall G. Basti.
What is the pincode of Banghall?
The pincode of Banghall is 192231.
What is the population of Banghall?
Banghall had a total population of 704, including 360 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Banghall?
Banghall had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Banghall?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Banghall was 61.30%. Male literacy was 71.99% and female literacy was 50.87%.