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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Authratoo village has a total population of 43 people, consisting of 23 males and 20 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 21 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Authratoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 43 | 23 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Authratoo?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 43, including 23 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Authratoo?
There are 7 households in Authratoo.
What is the literacy rate in Authratoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Authratoo is 51.16%. Male literacy is 65.22% and female literacy is 35.00%.