Konibal - Pampore, Pulwama
Konibal is a village situated in the Pampore tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pampore and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Konibal village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konibal is 002972. The village covers a total geographical area of 351.7 hectares and falls under the 191103 pincode. Pampore is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Konibal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pampore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konibal
According to the 2011 Census, Konibal village had a total population of 2,486 people, including 1,233 males and 1,253 females, living in 358 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.02%, with male literacy at 74.57% and female literacy at 53.83%.
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 | 2,486 | 1,233 | 1,253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 357 | 187 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,363 | 780 | 583 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,123 | 453 | 670 |
Nearby Villages of Konibal
Konibal 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 Konibal
Konibal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Konibal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pampore to Konibal is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Konibal is about 18 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 Konibal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konibal 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 Konibal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konibal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Konibal
Where is Konibal located?
Konibal village is located in Pampore Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Konibal?
Konibal is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Konibal?
The pincode of Konibal is 191103.
What is the population of Konibal?
Konibal had a total population of 2,486, including 1,233 males and 1,253 females.
How many households are there in Konibal?
Konibal had 358 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konibal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konibal was 64.02%. Male literacy was 74.57% and female literacy was 53.83%.