Koeker Bagh - Khag, Budgam
Koeker Bagh is a village situated in the Khag tehsil of Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 1 km from Khag and around 41 km from Budgam. Kokerbagh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koeker Bagh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koeker Bagh is 000404. The village covers a total geographical area of 112.1 hectares and falls under the 191111 pincode. Beerwah is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Koeker Bagh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Koeker Bagh
As per Census 2011, Koeker Bagh village has a total population of 2,049 people, consisting of 1,025 males and 1,024 females. The village has 232 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 538 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 561 literate and 1,488 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Koeker Bagh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,049 | 1,025 | 1,024 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 538 | 278 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 333 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,488 | 692 | 796 |
Nearby Villages of Koeker Bagh
Koeker Bagh 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 Koeker Bagh
Koeker Bagh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Beerwah to Koeker Bagh is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Budgam to Koeker Bagh is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koeker Bagh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koeker Bagh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Koeker Bagh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koeker Bagh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koeker Bagh
Where is Koeker Bagh located?
Koeker Bagh village is located in Khag Tehsil, Budgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Koeker Bagh?
The Gram Panchayat of Koeker Bagh is Kokerbagh.
What is the pincode of Koeker Bagh?
The pincode of Koeker Bagh is 191111.
What is the population of Koeker Bagh?
Koeker Bagh has a total population of 2,049, including 1,025 males and 1,024 females.
How many households are there in Koeker Bagh?
There are 232 households in Koeker Bagh.
What is the literacy rate in Koeker Bagh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koeker Bagh is 27.38%. Male literacy is 32.49% and female literacy is 22.27%.