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 Halqa 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
According to the 2011 Census, Balkote village had a total population of 1,642 people, including 829 males and 813 females, living in 324 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.66%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 59.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 1,642 | 829 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 306 | 156 | 150 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 Halqa Panchayat of Balkote?
Balkote is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Balkote?
The pincode of Balkote is 193123.
What is the population of Balkote?
Balkote had a total population of 1,642, including 829 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Balkote?
Balkote had 324 households.
What is the literacy rate in Balkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Balkote was 70.66%. Male literacy was 82.02% and female literacy was 59.13%.