Movelkote - Gool, Ramban
Movelkote is a village situated in the Gool tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Ramban and around 30 km from Ramban. Sangaldan B serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Movelkote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Movelkote is 004614. The village covers a total geographical area of 367.9 hectares and falls under the 182144 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Movelkote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Reasi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Movelkote
According to the 2011 Census, Movelkote village had a total population of 1,289 people, including 673 males and 616 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.51%, with male literacy at 74.72% and female literacy at 47.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 46.
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 | 1,289 | 673 | 616 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 143 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 396 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 653 | 277 | 376 |
Nearby Villages of Movelkote
Movelkote 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 Movelkote
Movelkote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Movelkote has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramban to Movelkote is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Movelkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Movelkote 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 Movelkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Movelkote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Movelkote
Where is Movelkote located?
Movelkote village is located in Gool Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Movelkote?
The Halqa Panchayat of Movelkote is Sangaldan B.
What is the pincode of Movelkote?
The pincode of Movelkote is 182144.
What is the population of Movelkote?
Movelkote had a total population of 1,289, including 673 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Movelkote?
Movelkote had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Movelkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Movelkote was 61.51%. Male literacy was 74.72% and female literacy was 47.62%.