Farkin - Kralpora, Kupwara
Farkin is a village situated in the Kralpora tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from Kupwara and around 26 km from Kupwara. Firkiyan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Farkin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Farkin is 000082. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.3 hectares and falls under the 193224 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Farkin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kupwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Farkin
As per Census 2011, Farkin village has a total population of 5,331 people, consisting of 3,924 males and 1,407 females. The village has 401 households and a sex ratio of 358 females per 1,000 males. There are 769 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,606 literate and 1,725 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 613 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Farkin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,331 | 3,924 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 769 | 417 | 352 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 8 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 613 | 325 | 288 |
| Literate Population | 3,606 | 3,167 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,725 | 757 | 968 |
Nearby Villages of Farkin
Farkin 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 Farkin
Public transport in the Farkin is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kupwara to Farkin is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Farkin is about 26 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 Farkin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Farkin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Farkin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Farkin 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Farkin
Where is Farkin located?
Farkin village is located in Kralpora Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Farkin?
The Gram Panchayat of Farkin is Firkiyan.
What is the pincode of Farkin?
The pincode of Farkin is 193224.
What is the population of Farkin?
Farkin has a total population of 5,331, including 3,924 males and 1,407 females.
How many households are there in Farkin?
There are 401 households in Farkin.
What is the literacy rate in Farkin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Farkin is 67.64%. Male literacy is 80.71% and female literacy is 31.20%.