Kaskoot
Kaskoot is a village located in Banihal tehsil of Ramban district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Banihal (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Ramban. As per 2009 stats, Kaskote is the gram panchayat of Kaskoot village.
Here you can discover what makes Kaskoot unique in its vibrant Banihal-Ramban region. You’ll see Kaskoot’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kaskoot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaskoot is 004527. The village spans a total geographical area of 762 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182146. Banihal is nearest town to Kaskoot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kaskoot
Population of Kaskoot
According to the 2011 Census, Kaskoot has a total population of about 2,104, with approximately 1,125 males and 979 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 304 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 93. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.79%, with male literacy at about 69.07% and female literacy near 49.13%. There are around 437 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaskoot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,104 | 1,125 | 979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 304 | 154 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 777 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 846 | 348 | 498 |
Connectivity of Kaskoot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaskoot. As per the 2011 stats, Kaskoot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaskoot
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaskoot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaskoot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaskoot
- Where is Kaskoot located?
- Kaskoot village is situated in Banihal Tehsil, within the Ramban district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaskoot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaskoot is Kaskote (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kaskoot?
- The pincode of Kaskoot is 182146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaskoot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaskoot is 2,104, with 1,125 males and 979 females.
- How many households are there in Kaskoot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaskoot village has a total of 437 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaskoot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaskoot is 59.79%. The male literacy rate is 69.07%, while the female literacy rate is 49.13%.