Markoot

Markoot is a village located in Gurez tehsil of Bandipore district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Gurez (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Bandipora.

Markoot has its own place in the vibrant Bandipore 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 Markoot

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Markoot is 002707. The village spans a total geographical area of 149.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193503. Bandipora is nearest town to Markoot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 90km away.

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Population of Markoot

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,034 1,192 842
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 406 215 191
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 4 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,800 962 838
Literate Population 1,249 846 403
Illiterate Population 785 346 439

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

  • The total population of Markoot village is around 2,034, including approximately 1,192 males and 842 females, with a sex ratio of 706 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 406 children aged 0–6 years in Markoot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Markoot village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,800 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Markoot village is about 61.41%, with male literacy at 70.97% and female literacy at 47.86%.
  • There are around 261 households in Markoot village.

Connectivity of Markoot

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

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

Nearby Villages of Markoot

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

Korgbal Mastan Khopri Dawar Badwan Wanpora Khandyal Shah Pora Kilshi Pain Barnia Zadigi Dangi Thal Parana Talel

Frequently Asked Questions about Markoot

Where is Markoot located?
Markoot village is situated in Gurez Tehsil, within the Bandipore district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Markoot?
The pincode of Markoot is 193503, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Markoot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Markoot is 2,034, with 1,192 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Markoot as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Markoot village has a total of 261 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markoot as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Markoot is 61.41%. The male literacy rate is 70.97%, while the female literacy rate is 47.86%.