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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Tulwari village has a total population of 1,480 people, consisting of 762 males and 718 females. The village has 211 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 818 literate and 662 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tulwari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,480 | 762 | 718 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 133 | 108 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Tulwari?
The Gram Panchayat of Tulwari is Opezwani.
What is the pincode of Tulwari?
The pincode of Tulwari is 193221.
What is the population of Tulwari?
Tulwari has a total population of 1,480, including 762 males and 718 females.
How many households are there in Tulwari?
There are 211 households in Tulwari.
What is the literacy rate in Tulwari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulwari is 55.27%. Male literacy is 63.12% and female literacy is 46.94%.