Tulwari - Handwara, Kupwara
Tulwari is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Opezwani serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Tulwari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulwari is 000210. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.6 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tulwari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tulwari
According to the 2011 Census, Tulwari village had a total population of 1,480 people, including 762 males and 718 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.02%, with male literacy at 76.47% and female literacy at 55.25%.
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 | 1,480 | 762 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 133 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 818 | 481 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 281 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Tulwari
Tulwari 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 Tulwari
Tulwari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Tulwari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Tulwari is about 25 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 Tulwari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulwari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tulwari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulwari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tulwari
Where is Tulwari located?
Tulwari village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Tulwari?
The Halqa Panchayat of Tulwari is Opezwani.
What is the pincode of Tulwari?
The pincode of Tulwari is 193221.
What is the population of Tulwari?
Tulwari had a total population of 1,480, including 762 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Tulwari?
Tulwari had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tulwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulwari was 66.02%. Male literacy was 76.47% and female literacy was 55.25%.