Authratoo - Handwara, Kupwara
Authratoo is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Kulangam B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Authratoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Authratoo is 000172. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Authratoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Authratoo
According to the 2011 Census, Authratoo village had a total population of 43 people, including 23 males and 20 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.46%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 41.18%.
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 | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 15 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 8 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Authratoo
Authratoo 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 Authratoo
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Authratoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Authratoo is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Authratoo is about 16 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 Authratoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Authratoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Authratoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Authratoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Authratoo
Where is Authratoo located?
Authratoo village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Authratoo?
The Halqa Panchayat of Authratoo is Kulangam B.
What is the pincode of Authratoo?
The pincode of Authratoo is 193221.
What is the population of Authratoo?
Authratoo had a total population of 43, including 23 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Authratoo?
Authratoo had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Authratoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Authratoo was 59.46%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 41.18%.