K. Koot - Awantipora, Pulwama
K. Koot is a village situated in the Awantipora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Awaintipora and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Pulwama. Kachach Koot serves as the Gram Panchayat for K. Koot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of K. Koot is 002998. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.9 hectares and falls under the 192122 pincode. Awantipora is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
K. Koot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tral Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Srinagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of K. Koot
According to the 2011 Census, K. Koot village had a total population of 2,193 people, including 1,155 males and 1,038 females, living in 314 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.41%, with male literacy at 83.57% and female literacy at 64.56%.
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 | 2,193 | 1,155 | 1,038 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 151 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,442 | 839 | 603 |
| Illiterate Population | 751 | 316 | 435 |
Nearby Villages of K. Koot
K. Koot 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 K. Koot
K. Koot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of K. Koot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Awantipora to K. Koot is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to K. Koot is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in K. Koot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for K. Koot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in K. Koot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving K. Koot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about K. Koot
Where is K. Koot located?
K. Koot village is located in Awantipora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of K. Koot?
The Gram Panchayat of K. Koot is Kachach Koot.
What is the pincode of K. Koot?
The pincode of K. Koot is 192122.
What is the population of K. Koot?
K. Koot had a total population of 2,193, including 1,155 males and 1,038 females.
How many households are there in K. Koot?
K. Koot had 314 households.
What is the literacy rate in K. Koot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of K. Koot was 74.41%. Male literacy was 83.57% and female literacy was 64.56%.