Tun - Atholi (Paddar), Kishtwar
Tun is a village situated in the Atholi (Paddar) tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Atholi(padder) and around 118 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Thun serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Tun village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tun is 004789. The village covers a total geographical area of 1781.9 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Tun village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tun
According to the 2011 Census, Tun village had a total population of 228 people, including 121 males and 107 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.33%, with male literacy at 59.57% and female literacy at 31.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 204.
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 | 228 | 121 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 110 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 56 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 65 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Tun
Tun 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 Tun
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tun.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Tun is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Tun is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tun
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tun village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tun
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tun village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tun
Where is Tun located?
Tun village is located in Atholi (Paddar) Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Tun?
The Halqa Panchayat of Tun is Thun.
What is the pincode of Tun?
The pincode of Tun is 182204.
What is the population of Tun?
Tun had a total population of 228, including 121 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Tun?
Tun had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tun was 46.33%. Male literacy was 59.57% and female literacy was 31.33%.