Shahabad Bala - Awantipora, Pulwama
Shahabad Bala is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awaintipora and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Shahabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shahabad Bala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shahabad Bala is 002991. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Tral is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Shahabad Bala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shahabad Bala
According to the 2011 Census, Shahabad Bala village had a total population of 1,049 people, including 519 males and 530 females, living in 120 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.61%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 57.34%.
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 | 1,049 | 519 | 530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 156 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 504 | 297 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 222 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Shahabad Bala
Shahabad Bala 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 Shahabad Bala
Shahabad Bala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Shahabad Bala.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tral to Shahabad Bala is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Shahabad Bala is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shahabad Bala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shahabad Bala 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Shahabad 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 Shahabad Bala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shahabad Bala
Where is Shahabad Bala located?
Shahabad Bala village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shahabad Bala?
The Gram Panchayat of Shahabad Bala is Shahabad.
What is the pincode of Shahabad Bala?
The pincode of Shahabad Bala is 192122.
What is the population of Shahabad Bala?
Shahabad Bala had a total population of 1,049, including 519 males and 530 females.
How many households are there in Shahabad Bala?
Shahabad Bala had 120 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shahabad Bala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shahabad Bala was 69.61%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 57.34%.