Batkoot - Pahalgam, Anantnag
Batkoot is a village situated in the Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pahalgam and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Anantnag. Batkoot village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batkoot is 003524. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.1 hectares and falls under the 192126 pincode. Pahalgam is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Batkoot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pahalgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Batkoot
According to the 2011 Census, Batkoot village had a total population of 2,876 people, including 1,445 males and 1,431 females, living in 477 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.51%, with male literacy at 77.28% and female literacy at 53.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 573.
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 | 2,876 | 1,445 | 1,431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 270 | 278 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 573 | 288 | 285 |
| Literate Population | 1,525 | 908 | 617 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,351 | 537 | 814 |
Nearby Villages of Batkoot
Batkoot 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 Batkoot
Batkoot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pahalgam to Batkoot is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantnag to Batkoot is about 22 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 Batkoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batkoot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Batkoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Batkoot 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 Batkoot
Where is Batkoot located?
Batkoot village is located in Pahalgam Tehsil, Anantnag district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Batkoot?
Batkoot is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batkoot?
The pincode of Batkoot is 192126.
What is the population of Batkoot?
Batkoot had a total population of 2,876, including 1,445 males and 1,431 females.
How many households are there in Batkoot?
Batkoot had 477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Batkoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batkoot was 65.51%. Male literacy was 77.28% and female literacy was 53.51%.