Taad - Karnah, Kupwara
Taad is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Tad serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Taad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Taad is 000356. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.4 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 86 km away.
Taad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Taad
According to the 2011 Census, Taad village had a total population of 1,185 people, including 626 males and 559 females, living in 203 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.98%, with male literacy at 78.49% and female literacy at 47.41%.
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 | 1,185 | 626 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 96 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 416 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 210 | 339 |
Nearby Villages of Taad
Taad 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 Taad
Taad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kupwara to Taad is about 86 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Taad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Taad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Taad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Taad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Taad
Where is Taad located?
Taad village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Taad?
The Halqa Panchayat of Taad is Tad.
What is the pincode of Taad?
The pincode of Taad is 193225.
What is the population of Taad?
Taad had a total population of 1,185, including 626 males and 559 females.
How many households are there in Taad?
Taad had 203 households.
What is the literacy rate in Taad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Taad was 63.98%. Male literacy was 78.49% and female literacy was 47.41%.