Teetwal - Karnah, Kupwara
Teetwal is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Teetwal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teetwal is 000331. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.9 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Teetwal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teetwal
As per Census 2011, Teetwal village has a total population of 1,035 people, consisting of 549 males and 486 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 621 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teetwal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,035 | 549 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 104 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 103 | 51 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 621 | 400 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 149 | 265 |
Nearby Villages of Teetwal
Teetwal 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 Teetwal
Public transport in the Teetwal is mainly available through shared van 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 Teetwal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Teetwal is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teetwal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teetwal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Teetwal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teetwal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Teetwal
Where is Teetwal located?
Teetwal village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Teetwal?
Teetwal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Teetwal?
The pincode of Teetwal is 193225.
What is the population of Teetwal?
Teetwal has a total population of 1,035, including 549 males and 486 females.
How many households are there in Teetwal?
There are 187 households in Teetwal.
What is the literacy rate in Teetwal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teetwal is 60.00%. Male literacy is 72.86% and female literacy is 45.47%.