Yourdoo - Marwah, Kishtwar
Yourdoo is a village situated in the Marwah tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marwah and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Kishtwar. Yourdoo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yourdoo is 004743. The village covers a total geographical area of 656 hectares and falls under the 182205 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Yourdoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kishtwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yourdoo
As per Census 2011, Yourdoo village has a total population of 1,705 people, consisting of 871 males and 834 females. The village has 344 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 270 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 936 literate and 769 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yourdoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,705 | 871 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 139 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 936 | 563 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 769 | 308 | 461 |
Nearby Villages of Yourdoo
Yourdoo 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 Yourdoo
Public transport in the Yourdoo 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 Kishtwar to Yourdoo is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Yourdoo is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Yourdoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yourdoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Yourdoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yourdoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Yourdoo
Where is Yourdoo located?
Yourdoo village is located in Marwah Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yourdoo?
Yourdoo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Yourdoo?
The pincode of Yourdoo is 182205.
What is the population of Yourdoo?
Yourdoo has a total population of 1,705, including 871 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Yourdoo?
There are 344 households in Yourdoo.
What is the literacy rate in Yourdoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yourdoo is 54.90%. Male literacy is 64.64% and female literacy is 44.72%.