Buchoo - Kokernag, Anantnag
Buchoo is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Bahi Bachoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Buchoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buchoo is 003773. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.6 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Buchoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Buchoo
According to the 2011 Census, Buchoo village had a total population of 1,842 people, including 932 males and 910 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 64.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 1,842 | 932 | 910 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 150 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,164 | 667 | 497 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 265 | 413 |
Nearby Villages of Buchoo
Buchoo 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 Buchoo
Buchoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Buchoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kokernag to Buchoo is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Buchoo is about 16 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 Buchoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buchoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Buchoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buchoo 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 Buchoo
Where is Buchoo located?
Buchoo village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Buchoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Buchoo is Bahi Bachoo.
What is the pincode of Buchoo?
The pincode of Buchoo is 192202.
What is the population of Buchoo?
Buchoo had a total population of 1,842, including 932 males and 910 females.
How many households are there in Buchoo?
Buchoo had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buchoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buchoo was 75.00%. Male literacy was 85.29% and female literacy was 64.55%.