Tumpora - Handwara, Kupwara
Tumpora 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 40 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Shogpora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tumpora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tumpora is 000157. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.4 hectares and falls under the 193501 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Tumpora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tumpora
As per Census 2011, Tumpora village has a total population of 670 people, consisting of 359 males and 311 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 348 literate and 322 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tumpora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 670 | 359 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 60 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 348 | 228 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 131 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Tumpora
Tumpora 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 Tumpora
Tumpora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Tumpora is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Tumpora is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tumpora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tumpora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tumpora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tumpora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tumpora
Where is Tumpora located?
Tumpora village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tumpora?
The Gram Panchayat of Tumpora is Shogpora.
What is the pincode of Tumpora?
The pincode of Tumpora is 193501.
What is the population of Tumpora?
Tumpora has a total population of 670, including 359 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Tumpora?
There are 92 households in Tumpora.
What is the literacy rate in Tumpora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tumpora is 51.94%. Male literacy is 63.51% and female literacy is 38.59%.