Wangat
About Wangat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Wangat village is 002897. Wangat village is located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gaderbal. As per 2009 stats, Wangath B is the gram panchayat of Wangat village.
The total geographical area of village is 355.3 hectares. Wangat has a total population of 6,616 peoples, out of which male population is 3,507 while female population is 3,109. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 886 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of wangat village is 35.57% out of which 42.40% males and 27.85% females are literate. There are about 932 houses in wangat village. Pincode of wangat village locality is 191202.
Ganderbal is nearest town to wangat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Wangat
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,616 | 3,507 | 3,109 |
| Children (0-6) | 1,667 | 946 | 721 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,342 | 2,329 | 2,013 |
| Literate Population | 2,353 | 1,487 | 866 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,263 | 2,020 | 2,243 |
Connectivity of Wangat
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wangat
Where is Wangat located?
Wangat village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wangat?
The Gram Panchayat of Wangat is Wangath B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wangat?
The pincode of Wangat is 191202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wangat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wangat is 6,616, with 3,507 males and 3,109 females.
How many households are there in Wangat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wangat village has a total of 932 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wangat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wangat is 35.57%. The male literacy rate is 42.40%, while the female literacy rate is 27.85%.