Tulkhan - Bijbehara, Anantnag
Tulkhan is a village situated in the Bijbehara tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijbehara and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Hp Taweela serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Tulkhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulkhan is 003624. The village covers a total geographical area of 153 hectares and falls under the 192124 pincode. Beijbehara is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tulkhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hom Shali Bugh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tulkhan
According to the 2011 Census, Tulkhan village had a total population of 2,072 people, including 1,005 males and 1,067 females, living in 261 households. The sex ratio was 1,062 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.82%, with male literacy at 67.03% and female literacy at 51.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 2,072 | 1,005 | 1,067 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 389 | 186 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 990 | 549 | 441 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,082 | 456 | 626 |
Nearby Villages of Tulkhan
Tulkhan 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 Tulkhan
Tulkhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Tulkhan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beijbehara to Tulkhan is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Tulkhan is about 11 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 Tulkhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulkhan 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 Tulkhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulkhan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tulkhan
Where is Tulkhan located?
Tulkhan village is located in Bijbehara Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Tulkhan?
The Halqa Panchayat of Tulkhan is Hp Taweela.
What is the pincode of Tulkhan?
The pincode of Tulkhan is 192124.
What is the population of Tulkhan?
Tulkhan had a total population of 2,072, including 1,005 males and 1,067 females.
How many households are there in Tulkhan?
Tulkhan had 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tulkhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulkhan was 58.82%. Male literacy was 67.03% and female literacy was 51.04%.