Kahgote - Ramnagar, Udhampur
Kahgote is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Udhampur. Kaghote A serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kahgote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahgote is 005107. The village covers a total geographical area of 1431 hectares and falls under the 182126 pincode. Udhampur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Kahgote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kahgote
As per Census 2011, Kahgote village has a total population of 3,682 people, consisting of 1,907 males and 1,775 females. The village has 691 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 619 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,018 literate and 1,664 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kahgote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,682 | 1,907 | 1,775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 619 | 315 | 304 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,107 | 562 | 545 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 56 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 2,018 | 1,192 | 826 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,664 | 715 | 949 |
Nearby Villages of Kahgote
Kahgote 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 Kahgote
Kahgote is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kahgote.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Udhampur to Kahgote is about 29 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 Kahgote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahgote village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kahgote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahgote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kahgote
Where is Kahgote located?
Kahgote village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Udhampur district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahgote?
The Gram Panchayat of Kahgote is Kaghote A.
What is the pincode of Kahgote?
The pincode of Kahgote is 182126.
What is the population of Kahgote?
Kahgote has a total population of 3,682, including 1,907 males and 1,775 females.
How many households are there in Kahgote?
There are 691 households in Kahgote.
What is the literacy rate in Kahgote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahgote is 54.81%. Male literacy is 62.51% and female literacy is 46.54%.