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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Tun village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 121 males and 107 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 146 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tun are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 121 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Tun?
The Gram Panchayat of Tun is Thun.
What is the pincode of Tun?
The pincode of Tun is 182204.
What is the population of Tun?
Tun has a total population of 228, including 121 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Tun?
There are 35 households in Tun.
What is the literacy rate in Tun?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tun is 35.96%. Male literacy is 46.28% and female literacy is 24.30%.