Shat Gund Bala - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Shat Gund Bala is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 15 km from Handwara and around 45 km from Kupwara. Shartgund Bala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shat Gund Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shat Gund Bala is 000206. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.5 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Shat Gund Bala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shat Gund Bala
As per Census 2011, Shat Gund Bala village has a total population of 859 people, consisting of 437 males and 422 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 152 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 485 literate and 374 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shat Gund Bala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 859 | 437 | 422 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 73 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 287 | 198 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 150 | 224 |
Transport and Connectivity of Shat Gund Bala
Shat Gund Bala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Shat Gund Bala is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Shat Gund Bala is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shat Gund Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shat Gund Bala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shat Gund 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 Shat Gund Bala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shat Gund Bala
Where is Shat Gund Bala located?
Shat Gund Bala village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shat Gund Bala?
The Gram Panchayat of Shat Gund Bala is Shartgund Bala.
What is the pincode of Shat Gund Bala?
The pincode of Shat Gund Bala is 193302.
What is the population of Shat Gund Bala?
Shat Gund Bala has a total population of 859, including 437 males and 422 females.
How many households are there in Shat Gund Bala?
There are 126 households in Shat Gund Bala.
What is the literacy rate in Shat Gund Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shat Gund Bala is 56.46%. Male literacy is 65.68% and female literacy is 46.92%.