Wager
Wager is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Wager unique in its vibrant Khansahib-Badgam region. You’ll see Wager’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Wager
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wager is 000557. The village spans a total geographical area of 140.8 hectares. Badgam is nearest town to Wager village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Wager
Population of Wager
According to the 2011 Census, Wager has a total population of about 2,199, with approximately 1,124 males and 1,075 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 757 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.29%, with male literacy at about 42.17% and female literacy near 30.14%. There are around 320 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wager's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,199 | 1,124 | 1,075 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 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 plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wager. As per the 2011 stats, Wager had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Wager
Knowing the nearby villages of Wager helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wager.
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%.