Bahadurkoot - Karnah, Kupwara
Bahadurkoot is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Bahadurkote serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Bahadurkoot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahadurkoot is 000352. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.7 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Bahadurkoot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahadurkoot
According to the 2011 Census, Bahadurkoot village had a total population of 1,338 people, including 689 males and 649 females, living in 225 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.47%, with male literacy at 79.15% and female literacy at 53.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 280.
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 | 1,338 | 689 | 649 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 327 | 171 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 280 | 150 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 410 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 666 | 279 | 387 |
Nearby Villages of Bahadurkoot
Bahadurkoot 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 Bahadurkoot
Bahadurkoot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Kupwara to Bahadurkoot is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahadurkoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahadurkoot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bahadurkoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahadurkoot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bahadurkoot
Where is Bahadurkoot located?
Bahadurkoot village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Bahadurkoot?
The Halqa Panchayat of Bahadurkoot is Bahadurkote.
What is the pincode of Bahadurkoot?
The pincode of Bahadurkoot is 193225.
What is the population of Bahadurkoot?
Bahadurkoot had a total population of 1,338, including 689 males and 649 females.
How many households are there in Bahadurkoot?
Bahadurkoot had 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahadurkoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahadurkoot was 66.47%. Male literacy was 79.15% and female literacy was 53.14%.