Tirch - Handwara, Kupwara
Tirch is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Trich serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Tirch village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tirch is 000167. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.7 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Tirch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tirch
According to the 2011 Census, Tirch village had a total population of 1,294 people, including 664 males and 630 females, living in 197 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.01%, with male literacy at 71.87% and female literacy at 49.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 1,294 | 664 | 630 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 227 | 113 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 33 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 651 | 396 | 255 |
| Illiterate Population | 643 | 268 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Tirch
Tirch 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 Tirch
Tirch 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Tirch is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Tirch 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 Tirch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tirch village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tirch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tirch village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tirch
Where is Tirch located?
Tirch village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Tirch?
The Halqa Panchayat of Tirch is Trich.
What is the pincode of Tirch?
The pincode of Tirch is 193222.
What is the population of Tirch?
Tirch had a total population of 1,294, including 664 males and 630 females.
How many households are there in Tirch?
Tirch had 197 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tirch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tirch was 61.01%. Male literacy was 71.87% and female literacy was 49.42%.