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.

Wangat has its own place in the vibrant Ganderbal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Wangat

Below is a concise population overview of Wangat as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wangat village:

  • The total population of Wangat village is around 6,616, including approximately 3,507 males and 3,109 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,667 children aged 0–6 years in Wangat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wangat village has 4,342 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wangat village is about 35.57%, with male literacy at 42.40% and female literacy at 27.85%.
  • There are around 932 households in Wangat village.

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.

Palang Lari Barwalah Gund Ari Kacha Nambal Khanan Berna Bugh Bamlina Kij Parah Hardo Panzin Kangan

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%.