Wossan

Wossan is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kagan (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Ganderbal. As per 2009 stats, Woussan B is the gram panchayat of Wossan village.

Wossan 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 Wossan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wossan is 002887. The village spans a total geographical area of 362.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 191201. Ganderbal is nearest town to Wossan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Wossan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,810 2,459 2,351
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 866 416 450
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 940 465 475
Literate Population 2,188 1,316 872
Illiterate Population 2,622 1,143 1,479

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

  • The total population of Wossan village is around 4,810, including approximately 2,459 males and 2,351 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 866 children aged 0–6 years in Wossan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wossan village has 940 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wossan village is about 45.49%, with male literacy at 53.52% and female literacy at 37.09%.
  • There are around 751 households in Wossan village.

Connectivity of Wossan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wossan. As per the 2011 stats, Wossan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Wossan

Knowing the nearby villages of Wossan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wossan.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wossan

Where is Wossan located?
Wossan village is situated in Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wossan?
The Gram Panchayat of Wossan is Woussan B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wossan?
The pincode of Wossan is 191201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wossan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wossan is 4,810, with 2,459 males and 2,351 females.
How many households are there in Wossan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wossan village has a total of 751 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wossan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wossan is 45.49%. The male literacy rate is 53.52%, while the female literacy rate is 37.09%.