Tokuna - Awantipora, Pulwama
Tokuna is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awaintipora and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Tokna I (gullzar) serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Tokuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tokuna is 003011. The village covers a total geographical area of 894.8 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tokuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pulwama Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tokuna
According to the 2011 Census, Tokuna village had a total population of 6,775 people, including 3,427 males and 3,348 females, living in 1,070 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.49%, with male literacy at 74.14% and female literacy at 50.88%.
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 | 6,775 | 3,427 | 3,348 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,227 | 658 | 569 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3,467 | 2,053 | 1,414 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,308 | 1,374 | 1,934 |
Nearby Villages of Tokuna
Tokuna 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 Tokuna
Tokuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Tokuna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to Tokuna is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Tokuna is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tokuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tokuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tokuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tokuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tokuna
Where is Tokuna located?
Tokuna village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Tokuna?
The Halqa Panchayat of Tokuna is Tokna I (gullzar).
What is the pincode of Tokuna?
The pincode of Tokuna is 192122.
What is the population of Tokuna?
Tokuna had a total population of 6,775, including 3,427 males and 3,348 females.
How many households are there in Tokuna?
Tokuna had 1,070 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tokuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tokuna was 62.49%. Male literacy was 74.14% and female literacy was 50.88%.