Bathkoot - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Bathkoot is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 12 km from Kishtwar and around 12 km from Kishtwar. Shandri serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bathkoot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bathkoot is 004677. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.5 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bathkoot 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 Bathkoot
According to the 2011 Census, Bathkoot village had a total population of 1,192 people, including 630 males and 562 females, living in 242 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.85%, with male literacy at 66.60% and female literacy at 30.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 1,192 | 630 | 562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 219 | 109 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 186 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 485 | 347 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 283 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Bathkoot
Bathkoot 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 Bathkoot
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bathkoot.
| 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 Kishtwar to Bathkoot is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Bathkoot is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bathkoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bathkoot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Bathkoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bathkoot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bathkoot
Where is Bathkoot located?
Bathkoot village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bathkoot?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bathkoot is Shandri.
What is the pincode of Bathkoot?
The pincode of Bathkoot is 182204.
What is the population of Bathkoot?
Bathkoot had a total population of 1,192, including 630 males and 562 females.
How many households are there in Bathkoot?
Bathkoot had 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bathkoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bathkoot was 49.85%. Male literacy was 66.60% and female literacy was 30.53%.