Wangat
Wangat is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Wangat unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Wangat’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 Wangat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wangat is 002897. The village spans a total geographical area of 355.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191202. Ganderbal is nearest town to Wangat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Wangat
Population of Wangat
According to the 2011 Census, Wangat has a total population of about 6,616, with approximately 3,507 males and 3,109 females. The sex ratio is around 886 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,667 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4,342. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.57%, with male literacy at about 42.40% and female literacy near 27.85%. There are around 932 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wangat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,616 | 3,507 | 3,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 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 plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wangat. As per the 2011 stats, Wangat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Wangat
Knowing the nearby villages of Wangat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wangat.
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%.