Kote - Akhnoor, Jammu
Kote is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Kot Garhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kote is 005524. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.2 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kote
As per Census 2011, Kote village has a total population of 1,378 people, consisting of 722 males and 656 females. The village has 295 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 763 literate and 615 illiterate residents. Additionally, 930 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,378 | 722 | 656 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 104 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 930 | 484 | 446 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 763 | 452 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 615 | 270 | 345 |
Nearby Villages of Kote
Kote 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 Kote
Kote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Akhnoor to Kote is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Kote is about 32 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 Kote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kote
Where is Kote located?
Kote village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kote?
The Gram Panchayat of Kote is Kot Garhi.
What is the pincode of Kote?
The pincode of Kote is 181201.
What is the population of Kote?
Kote has a total population of 1,378, including 722 males and 656 females.
How many households are there in Kote?
There are 295 households in Kote.
What is the literacy rate in Kote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kote is 55.37%. Male literacy is 62.60% and female literacy is 47.41%.