Roat - Marmat, Doda
Roat is a village situated in the Marmat tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 45 km from Doda and around 45 km from Doda. Roat-a serves as the Gram Panchayat for Roat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Roat is 004214. The village covers a total geographical area of 1668.9 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Roat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Roat
According to the 2011 Census, Roat village had a total population of 2,810 people, including 1,450 males and 1,360 females, living in 582 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.97%, with male literacy at 68.81% and female literacy at 35.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 486, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 2,810 | 1,450 | 1,360 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 505 | 254 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 486 | 249 | 237 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,221 | 823 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,589 | 627 | 962 |
Nearby Villages of Roat
Roat 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 Roat
Public transport in the Roat is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Doda to Roat is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Roat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Roat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Roat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Roat 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Roat
Where is Roat located?
Roat village is located in Marmat Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Roat?
The Gram Panchayat of Roat is Roat-a.
What is the pincode of Roat?
The pincode of Roat is 182201.
What is the population of Roat?
Roat had a total population of 2,810, including 1,450 males and 1,360 females.
How many households are there in Roat?
Roat had 582 households.
What is the literacy rate in Roat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Roat was 52.97%. Male literacy was 68.81% and female literacy was 35.89%.