Kansoo - Kahara, Doda
Kansoo is a village situated in the Kahara tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from Thathri and around 55 km from Doda. Kansoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansoo is 004327. The village covers a total geographical area of 184.1 hectares and falls under the 182203 pincode. Thathri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kansoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kansoo
As per Census 2011, Kansoo village has a total population of 475 people, consisting of 253 males and 222 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 247 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kansoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 475 | 253 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 113 | 92 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 163 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 90 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Kansoo
Kansoo 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 Kansoo
Kansoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Thathri to Kansoo is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Kansoo is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kansoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansoo 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 Kansoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kansoo
Where is Kansoo located?
Kansoo village is located in Kahara Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kansoo?
Kansoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kansoo?
The pincode of Kansoo is 182203.
What is the population of Kansoo?
Kansoo has a total population of 475, including 253 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Kansoo?
There are 79 households in Kansoo.
What is the literacy rate in Kansoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansoo is 48.00%. Male literacy is 64.43% and female literacy is 29.28%.