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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Batkoot village has a total population of 2,876 people, consisting of 1,445 males and 1,431 females. The village has 477 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 548 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,525 literate and 1,351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 573 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batkoot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,876 | 1,445 | 1,431 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 270 | 278 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Batkoot?
Batkoot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Batkoot?
The pincode of Batkoot is 192126.
What is the population of Batkoot?
Batkoot has a total population of 2,876, including 1,445 males and 1,431 females.
How many households are there in Batkoot?
There are 477 households in Batkoot.
What is the literacy rate in Batkoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batkoot is 53.03%. Male literacy is 62.84% and female literacy is 43.12%.