Ibkoot - Karnah, Kupwara
Ibkoot is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Ibkote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ibkoot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ibkoot is 000351. The village covers a total geographical area of 241.2 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Ibkoot 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 Ibkoot
As per Census 2011, Ibkoot village has a total population of 1,320 people, consisting of 705 males and 615 females. The village has 257 households and a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males. There are 326 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 594 literate and 726 illiterate residents. Additionally, 723 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ibkoot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,320 | 705 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 166 | 160 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 723 | 377 | 346 |
| Literate Population | 594 | 398 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 726 | 307 | 419 |
Nearby Villages of Ibkoot
Ibkoot 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 Ibkoot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Ibkoot.
| 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 Ibkoot is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Ibkoot is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ibkoot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ibkoot 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 Ibkoot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ibkoot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ibkoot
Where is Ibkoot located?
Ibkoot village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ibkoot?
The Gram Panchayat of Ibkoot is Ibkote.
What is the pincode of Ibkoot?
The pincode of Ibkoot is 193225.
What is the population of Ibkoot?
Ibkoot has a total population of 1,320, including 705 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Ibkoot?
There are 257 households in Ibkoot.
What is the literacy rate in Ibkoot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ibkoot is 45.00%. Male literacy is 56.45% and female literacy is 31.87%.