Booch

Booch is a village located in Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kokernag (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Anantnag.

Booch has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Booch

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Booch is 003773. The village spans a total geographical area of 139.6 hectares. Kokernag is nearest town to Booch village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Booch

Below is a concise population overview of Booch as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,842 932 910
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 290 150 140
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 2 N/A
Literate Population 1,164 667 497
Illiterate Population 678 265 413

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Booch village:

  • The total population of Booch village is around 1,842, including approximately 932 males and 910 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 290 children aged 0–6 years in Booch village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Booch village has 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Booch village is about 63.19%, with male literacy at 71.57% and female literacy at 54.62%.
  • There are around 334 households in Booch village.

Connectivity of Booch

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Booch. As per the 2011 stats, Booch had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Booch

Knowing the nearby villages of Booch helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Booch.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Booch

Where is Booch located?
Booch village is situated in Kokernag Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Booch as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Booch is 1,842, with 932 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Booch as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Booch village has a total of 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Booch as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Booch is 63.19%. The male literacy rate is 71.57%, while the female literacy rate is 54.62%.