Daderkoot - Kulgam
Daderkoot is a village situated in the Kulgam tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from Kulgam, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Daderkoot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daderkoot is 003948. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.7 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Daderkoot 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 Daderkoot
As per Census 2011, Daderkoot village has a total population of 874 people, consisting of 465 males and 409 females. The village has 150 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 142 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 520 literate and 354 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daderkoot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 874 | 465 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 142 | 82 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 306 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 354 | 159 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Daderkoot
Daderkoot 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 Daderkoot
Daderkoot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kulgam to Daderkoot is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daderkoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daderkoot 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Daderkoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daderkoot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Daderkoot
Where is Daderkoot located?
Daderkoot village is located in Kulgam Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daderkoot?
Daderkoot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Daderkoot?
The pincode of Daderkoot is 192231.
What is the population of Daderkoot?
Daderkoot has a total population of 874, including 465 males and 409 females.
How many households are there in Daderkoot?
There are 150 households in Daderkoot.
What is the literacy rate in Daderkoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daderkoot is 59.50%. Male literacy is 65.81% and female literacy is 52.32%.