Monabal - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Monabal is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 22 km from Handwara and around 42 km from Kupwara. Monabal village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Monabal is 000269. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.4 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Monabal 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 Monabal
According to the 2011 Census, Monabal village had a total population of 704 people, including 386 males and 318 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 824 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.75%, with male literacy at 24.38% and female literacy at 7.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 596.
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 | 386 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 66 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 596 | 326 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 78 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 308 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Monabal
Monabal 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 Monabal
Monabal 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 >10 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 Handwara to Monabal is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Monabal 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 Monabal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Monabal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Monabal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Monabal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Monabal
Where is Monabal located?
Monabal village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Monabal?
Monabal is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Monabal?
The pincode of Monabal is 193302.
What is the population of Monabal?
Monabal had a total population of 704, including 386 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Monabal?
Monabal had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Monabal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Monabal was 16.75%. Male literacy was 24.38% and female literacy was 7.11%.