Mankal - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Mankal is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Handwara and around 47 km from Kupwara. Yahama A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Mankal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mankal is 000262. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.8 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Mankal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Langate Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mankal
According to the 2011 Census, Mankal village had a total population of 452 people, including 232 males and 220 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.76%, with male literacy at 71.69% and female literacy at 39.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 452 | 232 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 184 | 119 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 113 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Mankal
Mankal 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 Mankal
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Mankal is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Mankal is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Mankal
Where is Mankal located?
Mankal village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Mankal?
The Halqa Panchayat of Mankal is Yahama A.
What is the pincode of Mankal?
The pincode of Mankal is 193302.
What is the population of Mankal?
Mankal had a total population of 452, including 232 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Mankal?
Mankal had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mankal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mankal was 55.76%. Male literacy was 71.69% and female literacy was 39.63%.