Balkote - Uri, Baramulla
Balkote is a village situated in the Uri tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from Uri and around 50 km from Baramulla. Balkote village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Balkote is 002544. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.5 hectares and falls under the 193123 pincode. Uri is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Balkote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Uri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Balkote
As per Census 2011, Balkote village has a total population of 1,642 people, consisting of 829 males and 813 females. The village has 324 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 306 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 944 literate and 698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 31 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Balkote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,642 | 829 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 156 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 944 | 552 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 698 | 277 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Balkote
Balkote 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 Balkote
Public transport in the Balkote is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uri to Balkote is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Balkote is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Balkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Balkote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Balkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Balkote 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Balkote
Where is Balkote located?
Balkote village is located in Uri Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Balkote?
Balkote is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balkote?
The pincode of Balkote is 193123.
What is the population of Balkote?
Balkote has a total population of 1,642, including 829 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Balkote?
There are 324 households in Balkote.
What is the literacy rate in Balkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkote is 57.49%. Male literacy is 66.59% and female literacy is 48.22%.