Markoot - Gurez, Bandipora
Markoot is a village situated in the Gurez tehsil of Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from Gurez and around 90 km from Bandipora. Markoot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markoot is 002707. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.7 hectares and falls under the 193503 pincode. Bandipora is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Markoot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gurez Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markoot
As per Census 2011, Markoot village has a total population of 2,034 people, consisting of 1,192 males and 842 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 706 females per 1,000 males. There are 406 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,249 literate and 785 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,800 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Markoot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,034 | 1,192 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 406 | 215 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,800 | 962 | 838 |
| Literate Population | 1,249 | 846 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 785 | 346 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Markoot
Markoot 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 Markoot
Markoot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bandipora to Markoot is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markoot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Markoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markoot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Markoot
Where is Markoot located?
Markoot village is located in Gurez Tehsil, Bandipora district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markoot?
Markoot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Markoot?
The pincode of Markoot is 193503.
What is the population of Markoot?
Markoot has a total population of 2,034, including 1,192 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Markoot?
There are 261 households in Markoot.
What is the literacy rate in Markoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markoot is 61.41%. Male literacy is 70.97% and female literacy is 47.86%.