Awhatoo - Kulgam
Awhatoo is a village situated in the Kulgam tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from Kulgam, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Awahtoo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Awhatoo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awhatoo is 003953. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.1 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Mohdpora is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Awhatoo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kulgam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Anantnag Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awhatoo
As per Census 2011, Awhatoo village has a total population of 1,253 people, consisting of 649 males and 604 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 627 literate and 626 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Awhatoo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,253 | 649 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 99 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 627 | 403 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 246 | 380 |
Nearby Villages of Awhatoo
Awhatoo 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 Awhatoo
Awhatoo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Awhatoo.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mohdpora to Awhatoo is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Awhatoo is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awhatoo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awhatoo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Awhatoo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awhatoo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Awhatoo
Where is Awhatoo located?
Awhatoo village is located in Kulgam Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Awhatoo?
The Gram Panchayat of Awhatoo is Awahtoo.
What is the pincode of Awhatoo?
The pincode of Awhatoo is 192231.
What is the population of Awhatoo?
Awhatoo has a total population of 1,253, including 649 males and 604 females.
How many households are there in Awhatoo?
There are 199 households in Awhatoo.
What is the literacy rate in Awhatoo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awhatoo is 50.04%. Male literacy is 62.10% and female literacy is 37.09%.