Kootah - Hiranagar, Kathua
Kootah is a village situated in the Hiranagar tehsil of Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hiranagar and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Kathua. Kootah village is a designated Halqa Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kootah is 001990. The village covers a total geographical area of 549 hectares and falls under the 184141 pincode. Hiranagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kootah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hira Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kootah
According to the 2011 Census, Kootah village had a total population of 2,674 people, including 1,375 males and 1,299 females, living in 526 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.16%, with male literacy at 91.61% and female literacy at 78.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 551, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 61.
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 | 2,674 | 1,375 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 136 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 551 | 278 | 273 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 2,032 | 1,135 | 897 |
| Illiterate Population | 642 | 240 | 402 |
Nearby Villages of Kootah
Kootah 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 Kootah
Kootah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kootah.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hiranagar to Kootah is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kathua to Kootah is about 27 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 Kootah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kootah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kootah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kootah 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kootah
Where is Kootah located?
Kootah village is located in Hiranagar Tehsil, Kathua district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kootah?
Kootah is its own Halqa Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kootah?
The pincode of Kootah is 184141.
What is the population of Kootah?
Kootah had a total population of 2,674, including 1,375 males and 1,299 females.
How many households are there in Kootah?
Kootah had 526 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kootah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kootah was 85.16%. Male literacy was 91.61% and female literacy was 78.20%.