Okey - Kulgam
Okey is a village situated in the Kulgam tehsil of Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Kulgam, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Okey village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Okey is 003976. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.1 hectares and falls under the 192231 pincode. Kulgam is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Okey 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 Okey
As per Census 2011, Okey village has a total population of 3,084 people, consisting of 1,557 males and 1,527 females. The village has 545 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,526 literate and 1,558 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Okey are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,084 | 1,557 | 1,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 292 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 1,526 | 899 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,558 | 658 | 900 |
Nearby Villages of Okey
Okey 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 Okey
Okey is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kulgam to Okey is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kulgam to Okey is about 5 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 Okey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Okey 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Okey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Okey village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Okey
Where is Okey located?
Okey village is located in Kulgam Tehsil, Kulgam district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okey?
Okey is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Okey?
The pincode of Okey is 192231.
What is the population of Okey?
Okey has a total population of 3,084, including 1,557 males and 1,527 females.
How many households are there in Okey?
There are 545 households in Okey.
What is the literacy rate in Okey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Okey is 49.48%. Male literacy is 57.74% and female literacy is 41.06%.