Sangiote - Chenani, Udhampur
Sangiote is a village situated in the Chenani tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenani and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Pachote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangiote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangiote is 004987. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.2 hectares and falls under the 182142 pincode. Chenani is the nearest town, located about 4 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 307 people, including 160 males and 147 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.17%, with male literacy at 78.03% and female literacy at 59.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 18.
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 | 307 | 160 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 103 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 57 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Sangiote
Sangiote 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 Sangiote
Sangiote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Chenani to Sangiote is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udhampur to Sangiote is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sangiote
Where is Sangiote located?
Sangiote village is located in Chenani Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangiote?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangiote is Pachote.
What is the pincode of Sangiote?
The pincode of Sangiote is 182142.
What is the population of Sangiote?
Sangiote had a total population of 307, including 160 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Sangiote?
Sangiote had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangiote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangiote was 69.17%. Male literacy was 78.03% and female literacy was 59.50%.