Sarthalkote - Arnas, Reasi
Sarthalkote is a village situated in the Arnas tehsil of Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 40 km from Gool-gulabgarh and around 80 km from Reasi. Khanikote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarthalkote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarthalkote is 005218. The village covers a total geographical area of 637.8 hectares and falls under the 182313 pincode. Reasi is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Sarthalkote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sarthalkote
According to the 2011 Census, Sarthalkote village had a total population of 447 people, including 229 males and 218 females, living in 82 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.37%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 40.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 447 | 229 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 109 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 188 | 119 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 110 | 149 |
Nearby Villages of Sarthalkote
Sarthalkote 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 Sarthalkote
Public transport in the Sarthalkote is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Reasi to Sarthalkote is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Reasi to Sarthalkote is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarthalkote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarthalkote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarthalkote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarthalkote 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarthalkote
Where is Sarthalkote located?
Sarthalkote village is located in Arnas Tehsil, Reasi district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarthalkote?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarthalkote is Khanikote.
What is the pincode of Sarthalkote?
The pincode of Sarthalkote is 182313.
What is the population of Sarthalkote?
Sarthalkote had a total population of 447, including 229 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Sarthalkote?
Sarthalkote had 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarthalkote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarthalkote was 52.37%. Male literacy was 63.64% and female literacy was 40.12%.