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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Turban Seemari village had a total population of 556 people, including 286 males and 270 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 944 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.91%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 18.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 57.
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 | 556 | 286 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 61 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Turban Seemari?
The Halqa 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 had a total population of 556, including 286 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Turban Seemari?
Turban Seemari had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Turban Seemari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Turban Seemari was 37.91%. Male literacy was 55.56% and female literacy was 18.54%.