Markote - Dongiwacha, Baramulla
Markote is a village situated in the Dongiwacha tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 27 km from Rafaibad and around 35 km from Baramulla. Pazalpora B serves as the Gram Panchayat for Markote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Markote is 002270. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.6 hectares and falls under the 193303 pincode. Watergam is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Markote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiabad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Markote
According to the 2011 Census, Markote village had a total population of 202 people, including 113 males and 89 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.38%, with male literacy at 36.05% and female literacy at 23.61%.
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 | 202 | 113 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 27 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 48 | 31 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 82 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Markote
Markote 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 Markote
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Markote.
| 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 Watergam to Markote is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Markote is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Markote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Markote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Markote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Markote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Markote
Where is Markote located?
Markote village is located in Dongiwacha Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Markote?
The Gram Panchayat of Markote is Pazalpora B.
What is the pincode of Markote?
The pincode of Markote is 193303.
What is the population of Markote?
Markote had a total population of 202, including 113 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Markote?
Markote had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Markote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Markote was 30.38%. Male literacy was 36.05% and female literacy was 23.61%.