Darbal Payeen - Qalamabad, Kupwara
Darbal Payeen is a village situated in the Qalamabad tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Handwara and around 60 km from Kupwara. Teernah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darbal Payeen village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darbal Payeen is 000278. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.5 hectares and falls under the 193302 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Darbal Payeen village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Langate Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darbal Payeen
As per Census 2011, Darbal Payeen village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 239 males and 236 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 265 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darbal Payeen are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 239 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 130 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 109 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Darbal Payeen
Darbal Payeen 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 Darbal Payeen
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Darbal Payeen.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Darbal Payeen is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Darbal Payeen is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darbal Payeen
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darbal Payeen village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darbal Payeen
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darbal Payeen village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darbal Payeen
Where is Darbal Payeen located?
Darbal Payeen village is located in Qalamabad Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darbal Payeen?
The Gram Panchayat of Darbal Payeen is Teernah.
What is the pincode of Darbal Payeen?
The pincode of Darbal Payeen is 193302.
What is the population of Darbal Payeen?
Darbal Payeen has a total population of 475, including 239 males and 236 females.
How many households are there in Darbal Payeen?
There are 78 households in Darbal Payeen.
What is the literacy rate in Darbal Payeen?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbal Payeen is 44.21%. Male literacy is 54.39% and female literacy is 33.90%.