Irkihmoo - Kokernag, Anantnag
Irkihmoo is a village situated in the Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokernag and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Irkumoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Irkihmoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irkihmoo is 003780. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.7 hectares and falls under the 192202 pincode. Kokernag is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Irkihmoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Irkihmoo
According to the 2011 Census, Irkihmoo village had a total population of 1,079 people, including 590 males and 489 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.91%, with male literacy at 50.84% and female literacy at 35.78%.
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 | 1,079 | 590 | 489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 112 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 243 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 347 | 343 |
Nearby Villages of Irkihmoo
Irkihmoo 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 Irkihmoo
Irkihmoo is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kokernag to Irkihmoo is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Irkihmoo is about 24 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 Irkihmoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irkihmoo 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 | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Irkihmoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irkihmoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Irkihmoo
Where is Irkihmoo located?
Irkihmoo village is located in Kokernag Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irkihmoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Irkihmoo is Irkumoo.
What is the pincode of Irkihmoo?
The pincode of Irkihmoo is 192202.
What is the population of Irkihmoo?
Irkihmoo had a total population of 1,079, including 590 males and 489 females.
How many households are there in Irkihmoo?
Irkihmoo had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Irkihmoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irkihmoo was 43.91%. Male literacy was 50.84% and female literacy was 35.78%.