Khumriyal - Kupwara
Khumriyal is a village situated in the Kupwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 4 km from Kupwara, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khumriyal A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khumriyal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khumriyal is 000050. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.3 hectares and falls under the 193222 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Khumriyal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lolab Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khumriyal
According to the 2011 Census, Khumriyal village had a total population of 7,381 people, including 4,030 males and 3,351 females, living in 845 households. The sex ratio was 832 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.25%, with male literacy at 72.61% and female literacy at 54.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 567.
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 | 7,381 | 4,030 | 3,351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,702 | 952 | 750 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 567 | 324 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 3,649 | 2,235 | 1,414 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,732 | 1,795 | 1,937 |
Nearby Villages of Khumriyal
Khumriyal 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 Khumriyal
Khumriyal 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 | 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 Kupwara to Khumriyal is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khumriyal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khumriyal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khumriyal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khumriyal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khumriyal
Where is Khumriyal located?
Khumriyal village is located in Kupwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khumriyal?
The Gram Panchayat of Khumriyal is Khumriyal A.
What is the pincode of Khumriyal?
The pincode of Khumriyal is 193222.
What is the population of Khumriyal?
Khumriyal had a total population of 7,381, including 4,030 males and 3,351 females.
How many households are there in Khumriyal?
Khumriyal had 845 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khumriyal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khumriyal was 64.25%. Male literacy was 72.61% and female literacy was 54.36%.