Khirman Talakchand - Handwara, Kupwara
Khirman Talakchand is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Wadipora A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Khirman Talakchand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirman Talakchand is 000215. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.2 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Khirman Talakchand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khirman Talakchand
According to the 2011 Census, Khirman Talakchand village had a total population of 747 people, including 380 males and 367 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.33%, with male literacy at 73.75% and female literacy at 58.78%.
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 | 747 | 380 | 367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 79 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 222 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 158 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Khirman Talakchand
Khirman Talakchand 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 Khirman Talakchand
Khirman Talakchand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khirman Talakchand is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Khirman Talakchand is about 24 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 Khirman Talakchand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirman Talakchand village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khirman Talakchand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirman Talakchand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khirman Talakchand
Where is Khirman Talakchand located?
Khirman Talakchand village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Khirman Talakchand?
The Halqa Panchayat of Khirman Talakchand is Wadipora A.
What is the pincode of Khirman Talakchand?
The pincode of Khirman Talakchand is 193221.
What is the population of Khirman Talakchand?
Khirman Talakchand had a total population of 747, including 380 males and 367 females.
How many households are there in Khirman Talakchand?
Khirman Talakchand had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirman Talakchand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirman Talakchand was 66.33%. Male literacy was 73.75% and female literacy was 58.78%.