Turban Seemari - Karnah, Kupwara
Turban Seemari is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 101 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Seemari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Turban Seemari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Turban Seemari is 000330. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.6 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Turban Seemari 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 Turban Seemari
As per Census 2011, Turban Seemari village has a total population of 556 people, consisting of 286 males and 270 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 393 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Turban Seemari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 556 | 286 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 33 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 125 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 161 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Turban Seemari
Turban Seemari 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 Turban Seemari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Turban Seemari.
| 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 Turban Seemari is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Turban Seemari is about 101 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Turban Seemari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Turban Seemari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Turban Seemari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Turban Seemari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Turban Seemari
Where is Turban Seemari located?
Turban Seemari village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Turban Seemari?
The Gram Panchayat of Turban Seemari is Seemari.
What is the pincode of Turban Seemari?
The pincode of Turban Seemari is 193225.
What is the population of Turban Seemari?
Turban Seemari has a total population of 556, including 286 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Turban Seemari?
There are 112 households in Turban Seemari.
What is the literacy rate in Turban Seemari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turban Seemari is 29.32%. Male literacy is 43.71% and female literacy is 14.07%.