Sangiote - Balakote, Poonch
Sangiote is a village situated in the Balakote tehsil of Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 29 km from Mendhar and around 46 km from Punch. Chandial Sangiote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangiote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangiote is 001214. The village covers a total geographical area of 1407 hectares and falls under the 185211 pincode. Punch is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Sangiote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sangiote
According to the 2011 Census, Sangiote village had a total population of 3,984 people, including 1,975 males and 2,009 females, living in 717 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.88%, with male literacy at 72.45% and female literacy at 43.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 481.
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 | 3,984 | 1,975 | 2,009 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 425 | 399 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 239 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 1,829 | 1,123 | 706 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,155 | 852 | 1,303 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sangiote
Sangiote is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Punch to Sangiote is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangiote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangiote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sangiote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangiote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sangiote
Where is Sangiote located?
Sangiote village is located in Balakote Tehsil, Poonch district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangiote?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangiote is Chandial Sangiote.
What is the pincode of Sangiote?
The pincode of Sangiote is 185211.
What is the population of Sangiote?
Sangiote had a total population of 3,984, including 1,975 males and 2,009 females.
How many households are there in Sangiote?
Sangiote had 717 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangiote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangiote was 57.88%. Male literacy was 72.45% and female literacy was 43.85%.