Kawari - Handwara, Kupwara
Kawari is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Kawari village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kawari is 000165. The village covers a total geographical area of 131.5 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kawari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kawari
According to the 2011 Census, Kawari village had a total population of 1,447 people, including 721 males and 726 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.86%, with male literacy at 80.72% and female literacy at 55.03%.
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 | 1,447 | 721 | 726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 135 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 473 | 323 |
| Illiterate Population | 651 | 248 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Kawari
Kawari 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 Kawari
Kawari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Kawari is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Kawari is about 12 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 Kawari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kawari 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kawari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kawari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kawari
Where is Kawari located?
Kawari village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kawari?
Kawari is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kawari?
The pincode of Kawari is 193222.
What is the population of Kawari?
Kawari had a total population of 1,447, including 721 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Kawari?
Kawari had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kawari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kawari was 67.86%. Male literacy was 80.72% and female literacy was 55.03%.