Wager
About Wager
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Wager village is 000557. Wager village is located in Khansahib tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khansahib (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Budgam. As per 2009 stats, Wagar is the gram panchayat of Wager village.
The total geographical area of village is 140.8 hectares. Wager has a total population of 2,199 peoples, out of which male population is 1,124 while female population is 1,075. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 956 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of wager village is 36.29% out of which 42.17% males and 30.14% females are literate. There are about 320 houses in wager village.
Badgam is nearest town to wager village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Wager
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,199 | 1,124 | 1,075 |
| Children (0-6) | 757 | 418 | 339 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 798 | 474 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,401 | 650 | 751 |
Connectivity of Wager
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wager
Where is Wager located?
Wager village is situated in Khansahib Tehsil, within the Badgam district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wager?
The Gram Panchayat of Wager is Wagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Wager as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wager is 2,199, with 1,124 males and 1,075 females.
How many households are there in Wager as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wager village has a total of 320 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wager as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wager is 36.29%. The male literacy rate is 42.17%, while the female literacy rate is 30.14%.