Kanikoot - Chadoora, Budgam
Kanikoot is a village situated in the Chadoora tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Chadoora and around 33 km from Budgam. Ladden (st) serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kanikoot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanikoot is 000818. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.8 hectares and falls under the 191113 pincode. Charar-e-sharief is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kanikoot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chrar-i-sharief Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanikoot
According to the 2011 Census, Kanikoot village had a total population of 114 people, including 57 males and 57 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.65%, with male literacy at 60.47% and female literacy at 48.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 67 | 31 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kanikoot
Kanikoot 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 Kanikoot
Kanikoot is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Charar-e-sharief to Kanikoot is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Kanikoot is about 33 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 Kanikoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanikoot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanikoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanikoot 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kanikoot
Where is Kanikoot located?
Kanikoot village is located in Chadoora Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kanikoot?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kanikoot is Ladden (st).
What is the pincode of Kanikoot?
The pincode of Kanikoot is 191113.
What is the population of Kanikoot?
Kanikoot had a total population of 114, including 57 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Kanikoot?
Kanikoot had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanikoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanikoot was 54.65%. Male literacy was 60.47% and female literacy was 48.84%.