Teller - Marwah, Kishtwar
Teller is a village situated in the Marwah tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marwah and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Tiller serves as the Gram Panchayat for Teller village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teller is 004748. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 69 km away.
Teller village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kishtwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teller
According to the 2011 Census, Teller village had a total population of 762 people, including 391 males and 371 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.72%, with male literacy at 82.18% and female literacy at 41.25%.
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 | 762 | 391 | 371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 88 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 249 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 142 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Teller
Teller 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 Teller
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Teller.
| 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 Teller is about 69 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Teller is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teller
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teller 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Teller
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teller village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Teller
Where is Teller located?
Teller village is located in Marwah Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teller?
The Gram Panchayat of Teller is Tiller.
What is the pincode of Teller?
The pincode of Teller is 182205.
What is the population of Teller?
Teller had a total population of 762, including 391 males and 371 females.
How many households are there in Teller?
Teller had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teller?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teller was 61.72%. Male literacy was 82.18% and female literacy was 41.25%.